Cheapest dslr camera?

PatrickHMS · Dec 2, 2009

CW Jones said:
this thread should have stopped when the OP said "I'm 13"

Or when they asked for the cheapest anything...

You gets what you pays for, or youse pays for what you gets...

Like at a family Thanksgiving, TPF needs to have a childrens forum (table)

There seem to be several who post here who are <15 years old. Shoot, there's a 50% chance that OP could even be 14 yo by now...

lol

Mebbe this thread should be locked...

Just noticed that the OP is dated 05/10/09, and the kid must have grown tired or bored with photography, even they haven't posted since well, 05/10/09

AUZambo · Dec 2, 2009

I suppose the cheapest you'll be able to find is something like an old Minolta DSLR. They're discontinued so they should be pretty cheap...and if you decide you really like it and want to upgrade bodies all your lenses with the Minolta DSLR will fit the new Sony DSLRs.

However, I have a feeling you're looking for something that doesn't exist. Judging from your responses to this thread what you're doing is similar to looking for a sports car with decent performance for less than $1000. It's not out there.

bigtwinky · Dec 2, 2009

While I agree kids can be immature (they are kids), dont think things through and are generally worried about different things that adults, saying the thread should be closed just because the OP is 13 is not right.

I have had discussions with some teens who are very bright people and I have seen some photos from people under 15 years old who show an exceptional eye and the photographer shows a passion for the work.

So yes, if the OP only wants the cheapest that plugs into the xbox, then they are probably not someone looking for serious photography advice.

But to generalize and say that because they are 13 they shouldnt be helped is not the right way to go. Who knows, sometimes all a 13 year old would need is a bit of guidance and helpful advice

J.Kendall · Dec 2, 2009

I say buy a manual camera. I started out a few years ago on a Pentax K1000 with just a few lenses. Taught me a lot about photography. And you should learn how to develop everything yourself too. I really think every photographer should start out that way. Helps you to be patient and have more respect/knowledge about what you're doing.

PatrickHMS · Dec 2, 2009

Just because the original question has been answered and rehashed, and since they likely haven't been around to contribute anything more in almost 7 months.

We haven't noticed that, and seem to just be beating on a dead horse.

Wasn't being mean or rude to suggest closing thread, just seems like this thread isn't really going anywhere or accomplishing anything much of any real value.

Is it?

We're talking to the little dude like he is still here....

bigtwinky · Dec 2, 2009

Oh, I totally agree that the thread should be closed as its been discussed, hashed out, and people are good to move on.

But not for the reason that the OP is 13. My response was more to whoever wrote that this thread should of ended once we read that the OP is 13, thats all. There are plenty of other reasons to close this thread

AUZambo · Dec 2, 2009

I think we should pin this thread and require every member to post their thoughts at least once a day.

CW Jones · Dec 2, 2009

bigtwinky said:
Oh, I totally agree that the thread should be closed as its been discussed, hashed out, and people are good to move on.

But not for the reason that the OP is 13. My response was more to whoever wrote that this thread should of ended once we read that the OP is 13, thats all. There are plenty of other reasons to close this thread

yup it was directed at me haha I was the one who said that :lol:

I can find plenty of other reasons to lock this one up. My point wasn't lock it because of his or hers age... but the question that was asked.. then saying it robbery to charge that much and what not. The OP basically wanted something nice for pennys on the dollar, not going to happen, plenty of responses= time to get locked up.

I wasn't trying to come off like a dick.... I promise. Just happens sometime with me haha

Eren S. · Jul 24, 2010

The cheapest I've seen is a Canon EOS 3d for 75 USD, but the screen is broken. Anyways, you can still use it in non-live-veiw mode

carvinrocks2 · Jul 24, 2010

Not going to wade through everything but the cheapest decent DSLR you can would be a Canon 300D. I got one on Ebay for $225 but it included a few extras. You can buy a cheap zoom lens for over $100.

But if you don't give a damn about Image quality then buy a freakin' point and shoot. You can get a nice Canon SX 120 IS for around $170 refurbished. It has 10 mp and 10x optical zoom, more than you'll get for a really used SLR at that price....

djacobox372 · Jul 24, 2010

A D70 body can be had for around $225 these days, but you'll need a lens which will cost at least $50.

You can get a D1H for about $150, it's a good camera but only 4mp.