Beginner camera on a budget?

[teotsi]

Hey guys.
So, a friend of mine would like to get started with photography, since he seems to enjoy it as a hobby.
I believe that as a beginner it would be wise if he got a camera which offers iso, aperture and shutter controls, so he can learn the basics about exposure. Although having a good auto mode would be nice.
He prefers landscape shots.

He has set a budget of 150$(the lower the better). I have been looking at the nikon L330, however I would appreciate some advice [emoji4]

 

[nycphotography]

Used Lumix LX5 (under $200 on ebay) or used Canon G12 (should be in the same ball park). Maybe a used Nikon P7xxx, though the Canon and Lumix were better than the Nikon in past generations.

Why? Better sensors, better low light and shadow performance, better controls, and better "photography".

You give up the long lens, but "learning photography", particularly landscapes, seldom means "just zoom in and click".

 

[teotsi]

Used Lumix LX5 (under $200 on ebay) or used Canon G12 (should be in the same ball park). Maybe a used Nikon P7xxx, though the Canon and Lumix were better than the Nikon in past generations.

Why? Better sensors, better low light and shadow performance, better controls, and better "photography".

You give up the long lens, but "learning photography", particularly landscapes, seldom means "just zoom in and click".

Thanks for replying, will check these ones out [emoji4]

 

[chuasam]

If you're going to use a $150 point and shoot you might as well stick to using an iPhone for better results.

 

[nycphotography]

If you're going to use a $150 point and shoot you might as well stick to using an iPhone for better results.

“In all affairs it's a healthy thing now and then to hang a question mark on the things you have long taken for granted.” For example, did you even bother to look and see what $150 P&S cameras were being recommended?

 

[chuasam]

If you're going to use a $150 point and shoot you might as well stick to using an iPhone for better results.

“In all affairs it's a healthy thing now and then to hang a question mark on the things you have long taken for granted.” For example, did you even bother to look and see what $150 P&S cameras were being recommended?

I did not see ANY $150 P&S cameras being recommended. Did you? I see a used $200 camera being recommended.

 

[pixmedic]

Samsung wb150. Well under $150. I've had one for years and love it. You can probably get a model up from the wb150 for $150 by now.

 

[Dave442]

I bought a used D200 with grip for $200 two years ago. These may be down to $150 by now and may even find someone to throw in a lens as well. So I would look for an older used DSLR. If your friend takes a class somewhere I think he would enjoy it more with a DSLR and not a bridge camera.

 

[nycphotography]

I bought a used D200 with grip for $200 two years ago. These may be down to $150 by now and may even find someone to throw in a lens as well. So I would look for an older used DSLR. If your friend takes a class somewhere I think he would enjoy it more with a DSLR and not a bridge camera.

I could go along with this. The only real advantage to a "sealed system" is that there's absolutely nothing you can do equipment wise, so shut up and go learn to take pictures. That can be a huge advantage for a student as it removes several variables... which forces them to concentrate on the one that matters the most.