first camera help

dak1b · Jun 30, 2009

Hello all!

So i want to get started in the inspiring art of photography! I want to purchase my first "professional" digital camera. I was looking at canon...what camera would u guys recommended for a beginner eager to learn the art form of photography?

thanks a mil!

-dak

dak1b · Jun 30, 2009

i was thinkin bout the EOS Rebel XS

HeY iTs ScOTtY · Jun 30, 2009

not really a pro camrea but a good beginer dslr. just make sure the camera you buy is from a brand you will want to use if you do upgrade to a pro camrea so you can still use the lenses. for example dont buy a canon rebel xs if your going to want a nikon d3 in the future.

Dylan-Fishman · Jun 30, 2009

There are Entry level DSLR's, Semi-pro DSLR's, & Professional DSLR's

Since you're a beginner I recommend an entry level. I would look at the Canon Rebel XS, Canon Rebel XSi, Nikon D40, Nikon D60.

Price range?

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45mphK9 · Jun 30, 2009

Do you have a budget in mind? The definition of "professional" varies greatly as will the price.

My humble opinion is that the Canon Rebel cameras can take you a long ways. They're good cameras. I would probably stick with Canon or Nikon just because the less popular brands will often have disadvantages - price and/or availability of other equipment, repairs etc. Also, it's nice to be able to ask other Canon or Nikon users specific questions about your camera.

Also, I would look at taking a photography class for basics & then do lots and lots of research on the internet & library to figure out where you want to go from there.

Samanax · Jun 30, 2009

dak1b said:
i was thinkin bout the EOS Rebel XS

That's perfect for a beginner.

KmH · Jun 30, 2009

Agree. Good entry level DSLR and I shoot Nikon.

dak1b · Jun 30, 2009

ok cool...looks like im goin for the canon rebel then

. price range is around $300-$400ish...i kno they retail hugher...but ive been looking on ebay and craigslist for them that fits my price range

with an extra lens! always a big plus. well i hope i win a bid soon so i can start shooting!!!!!!!! cant wait!!!!!! thanks for ur help guys!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

bigtwinky · Jun 30, 2009

Why the XS and not the XSi or the T1i?

dak1b · Jun 30, 2009

heres a few good deals i found on ebay..tell me what u think...Canon EOS Digital Rebel XS BODY 8GB Kit Brand New - eBay (item 270415982484 end time Jul-26-09 06:25:48 PDT)

AND

CANON REBEL XS EOS 1000D DIGITAL SLR CAMERA~LENS+6BONUS - eBay (item 280362933322 end time Jul-04-09 16:15:34 PDT)

Samanax · Jun 30, 2009

That first deal is body only, no lens.

dak1b · Jun 30, 2009

Samanax said:
That first deal is body only, no lens.

thanks for pointing that out!!! i think i'm gonna go for the 2nd deal? seems like a solid deal at a good price! food overall package

HeY iTs ScOTtY · Jun 30, 2009

be very careful with ebay buys when it comes to camera equipment. also make sure you buy a usa model because if you want to get it serviced and its a foriegn model your gonna be screwed.