Advice - Nikon D3100 or Nikon D5000

[Bahnyen]

I have D3100, I'm very happy with it. I'm never try D5000 but 2 weeks ago my friend who have D5000 borrowed my 3100 to use in his big project. After he return it back he said he like my 3100 very much, more than his one.
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[RDOwens]

Possibly a refurbished D90 body and pick your lens, say a $100 "nifty fifty"?

Or a used D80 and (depending on price) more than one lens (50 and a 35)?

Going used/refurbished really opens up the options, if you're on a budget.

Do you have a suggestion of vendors for used camera bodies?

I am looking to get into the DSLR market and am considering a used body, but I am wary; I don't want to get ripped off and find out that I bought something that isn't really in working condition.

I appreciate any help you can offer in this regard.

Thanks.

 

[bruce282]

I bought my F3 from these folks:

Buy & Sell New & Used Cameras ? Canon, Nikon, Hasselblad, Leica & More - KEH.com

They have a good rep and return policy.

Bruce

 

[orb9220]

Andorama,B&H are good sources for used. And have good support and return/exchange policies. I have been buying off craigslist for last 3 yrs with 100% success. 5 different camera bodies and a dozen lenses and flash. All primo shape and no problems with any.
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[RDOwens]

Thank you kindly for the information. I truly appreciate it.