Hello

[Threemonkeys]

New here just wan,t to say Hello.

Always liked photography but never had time, but now i have, problem is i have been using a Samsung digimax A7 for a couple of months great camera but must say great for slipping in the pocket great photos but i wan't more control over the pics i take so im now looking at Digital slr Nikon or Canon ect budget £650.00 any pionters would be helpful.

[Liz]

Welcome to PR!

I would make one suggestion - others will probably give you more. I would suggest looking for a Canon Rebel 300D. I had that camera before upgrading to the 350XT. This is a great camera. You should be able to get it at a good price now. You could start with the Canon 50mm/f1.8 lens which costs approx $75 or less. It's a sharp lens with good color. It has a reputation for being one of Canons best low cost lenses. It's wonderful for a first lens. You could most likely get both for your budget. Whoops - what is the same amount is US dollars? I was talking dollars - $650.

Liz

New here just wan,t to say Hello.

Always liked photography but never had time, but now i have, problem is i have been using a Samsung digimax A7 for a couple of months great camera but must say great for slipping in the pocket great photos but i wan't more control over the pics i take so im now looking at Digital slr Nikon or Canon ect budget £650.00 any pionters would be helpful.

[Liz]

Here is a link to B&H website for the Canon Rebel 300D - price $549

You can check out the specifications - lots of info on their website.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/cont...goryNavigation

Canon 50mm/f1.8 lens price $79

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/cont...goryNavigation

Liz

[Kokopeli]

Here's what you can get on the Nikon side..

Nikon D50, 6.1 Megapixel, SLR, Digital Camera Kit with 18-55mm DX Zoom Nikkor Lens and 55-200 DX Zoom Nikkor Lens - $750 American

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/cont...ughType=search

Or you can go with this option...

Nikon D50, 6.1 Megapixel, SLR, Digital Camera Kit with 18-55mm DX Zoom Nikkor Lens and Lexar 1GB 133x Secure Digital (SD) Card - $780 American

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/cont...ughType=search


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Can't wait to find out what system you decide on.

[readingr]

Whatever you decide make sure you play with it first as it has to feel comfortable in the hands with all the buttons where you want them.

Never buy a camera without going into a shop and getting the feel of it.

As for the techy bits Canon and Nikkon are very much the same and depending on who you ask depends on the answer you'll get.

The advice on SLR and 50mm is the way I started and is very good advice. Then look at the type of photos you take and work out what other lenses, tripods, filters etc you need.

Have fun

Roger

[SmartWombat]

budget £650.00 any pionters would be helpful.

DSLR? I have a Canon bias, because I have 3.
The Nikon felt wonderful in my hand, like a glove, but the control positions didn't work for me.
I preferred the control wheel on top like the Canon, rather then on the front like the Nikon.

Definitely go into shops and try the cameras, it's a significant purchase and worth giving them a go in your hand. If you have a CF memory card, take one with you and ask to actually use the cameras and take the images away with you to review on your computer.

For £650 are you looking to buy new, or second hand?
If you're buying second hand Canon, look online at their outlet shop in ebay.
http://stores.ebay.co.uk/Canon-Outlet
They have a number of refurbished (1 year warranty) cameras.
like this 350XT and kit lens
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Canon-Outlet-D...QQcmdZViewItem

or this body-only
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Canon-Outlet-D...QQcmdZViewItem

[Threemonkeys]

Just like to say thanks for the advice and to say that i eventualy went for the canon eos 350d and im now playing with my new toy with manual in one hand.
Will post some pics later

[Alison]

I have the Canon 350D. And love it!
Don't forget what Liz said! First chance you get...get yourself the 50mm 1.8 lens. I think it's about £90 over here. And it's a little diamond! Great portrait lens.
That lens very rarely leaves my camera. You can see some of my results using this lens in my gallery...
http://gallery.photographyreview.com...&ppuser=246535 :thumbsup: