Somewhat new to photography, looking for a starting camera

VoLcOmKiDd911 · Jul 20, 2009

Well im 16, turning 17 august 6th and im looking for a camera to get thats in the $400 price range. im probably going to buy it online on ebay or something. i like the feel of the nikon d40 and would get it but i want to know if theres a better option or not.

Thanks,
-Brandon

willma88 · Jul 20, 2009

Hey mate:

Check this one out. A TPF member trying to sell some gear. Good deal, d60 for 400 with extra gear.

http://www.thephotoforum.com/forum/buy-sell/170927-d60-kit-sale.html

Samanax · Jul 20, 2009

For what it's worth...you might want to read through this thread before you make a decision.

KmH · Jul 20, 2009

At the $400 price point you're pretty much in the market for used gear.

dak1b · Jul 20, 2009

ya if u raise ur price range to about $500 you can get a new canon rebel xs on ebay. or else ur looking for a used camera. good luck!

Baaaark · Jul 20, 2009

Since I'm sure you can't raise your price, I'd go with a used body. Actually, maybe go cheaper on the body and buy another lens, like a 50mm 1.8. Just a thought. Camera bodies come and go and are outdated a LOT faster than the accessories (lenses, flashes, etc.) surrounding them. Maybe build up your accessories, and THEN invest in a new camera.

Its just a strategy. Its not what you should do, only what you should consider.

VoLcOmKiDd911 · Jul 21, 2009

yeah i cant raise my price range, thats acctually the highest i could go since its a birthday present. that d60 sounds nice, and i dont really mind if its used. it sounds like he took good care of it knowing that there isnt any scratches/dents and whatnot. probably my best option it looks like right now.

willma88 · Jul 21, 2009

yeah, i suggest getting in contact with him and see whether he can do any better, even though 400 is very good already!

I mean.... a D60 in Australia will cost 800 AUD second hand. Thats like 720 USD. Then again.. all photo equipment in Australia is expensive!!! =(

Good luck with it all!

benlonghair · Jul 21, 2009

I got my D60 body for $322 off ebay from Cameta camera. The 18-55 lens was another $129, but it was the VR model so if you go with non-VR you can probably knock $20-30 off the price. Plus this was a factory refurb, so it was basically new. I think you could get a D40, D40x or a D60 with the kit lens for the price you're talking.

Good luck.

DScience · Jul 21, 2009

dak1b said:
ya if u raise ur price range to about $500 you can get a new canon rebel xs on ebay. or else ur looking for a used camera. good luck!

What are you guys talking about?

You can get a brand new nikon D40 with kit lens for $420 on newegg.com.

willma88 · Jul 21, 2009

yep true. not if ur in australia though. the prices are through the roof!

PhotoXopher · Jul 21, 2009

Well, luckily he's from Minnesota, USA :lol:

willma88 · Jul 21, 2009

makes me want to move to where he is to get some good gear.. but then i will miss everything here too much. meh. pay the extra

PhotoXopher · Jul 21, 2009

Yeah, you have big sharks and cool accents

VoLcOmKiDd911 · Jul 22, 2009

benlonghair said:
I got my D60 body for $322 off ebay from Cameta camera. The 18-55 lens was another $129, but it was the VR model so if you go with non-VR you can probably knock $20-30 off the price. Plus this was a factory refurb, so it was basically new. I think you could get a D40, D40x or a D60 with the kit lens for the price you're talking.

Good luck.

what does VR mean?