Buying my first reflex

[Romphotog]

Why not try a pro-sumer camera first instead of a DSLR.
You get big zoom, all DSLR controls, for far less $.

Canon PowerShot SX530 HS Digital Camera 9779B001 B&H Photo Video

 

[jcdeboever]

You really can't go wrong with a D3300 or D3400. The Pentax K5 is great to start with as well.