SG8
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Hello everyone,
Last weekend I picked up a Nikon D90 at a yardsale for a really great price. However, it needs a lens. Right now, the budget is tight (I'm hoping to spend less than $100 and used is ok, as long as it works as good as new), so my question is largely two-fold.
One, what is some general advice for buying a lens on a budget? Used off eBay ok? How about refurbished from amazon? Local camera shops? What should I look out for and/or ask? General thoughts would be appreciated.
Two, what lens (in general or specific) would you recommend for someone who is just starting out (my only other camera experience comes from using my Sony Cybershot DSC-W30, which is a point-and-shoot)? Is some variation of a 50mm lens a good beginner's lens? I'd like to be able to have lens with at least the same capabilities as my Cybershot, ie, macro, zoom, indoors, outdoors, etc.
I understand the concept that no lens can do everything, especially for a cheap price. But I'd like a universal lens that can do as much as possible.
If this topic belongs in another section, let me know.
Thanks,
SG8
Last weekend I picked up a Nikon D90 at a yardsale for a really great price. However, it needs a lens. Right now, the budget is tight (I'm hoping to spend less than $100 and used is ok, as long as it works as good as new), so my question is largely two-fold.
One, what is some general advice for buying a lens on a budget? Used off eBay ok? How about refurbished from amazon? Local camera shops? What should I look out for and/or ask? General thoughts would be appreciated.
Two, what lens (in general or specific) would you recommend for someone who is just starting out (my only other camera experience comes from using my Sony Cybershot DSC-W30, which is a point-and-shoot)? Is some variation of a 50mm lens a good beginner's lens? I'd like to be able to have lens with at least the same capabilities as my Cybershot, ie, macro, zoom, indoors, outdoors, etc.
I understand the concept that no lens can do everything, especially for a cheap price. But I'd like a universal lens that can do as much as possible.
If this topic belongs in another section, let me know.
Thanks,
SG8