Much thanks for the suggestions guys, definitely some things I didn't consider. Has anyone had much luck getting shops to match internet prices? I'm thinking of giving that a shot if possible.
So far I have my own laptop to work with, photoshop is on there already, a great printer and a great tripod. Someone suggested getting a UV filter or something for the lenses mainly for protection and I suppose I'll need something to carry the camera around in. Thanks ZaphodB, I hadn't really thought through all the extras I'll be needing so it's good you mentioned it.
So basically I should have a look at the 50mm F1.8 lenses in Sigma, Nikkor, Tokina and Tamron and get one that will do the job properly and is best for my budget (which is stretching each time I write a new post!). As I'm so foreign to this lens thing could some one please tell me which is considered "best" as such? Or the hierarchy of lens manufacturers? I'd just like to have a general idea.
Much thanks again!
od.
So far I have my own laptop to work with, photoshop is on there already, a great printer and a great tripod. Someone suggested getting a UV filter or something for the lenses mainly for protection and I suppose I'll need something to carry the camera around in. Thanks ZaphodB, I hadn't really thought through all the extras I'll be needing so it's good you mentioned it.
So basically I should have a look at the 50mm F1.8 lenses in Sigma, Nikkor, Tokina and Tamron and get one that will do the job properly and is best for my budget (which is stretching each time I write a new post!). As I'm so foreign to this lens thing could some one please tell me which is considered "best" as such? Or the hierarchy of lens manufacturers? I'd just like to have a general idea.
Much thanks again!
od.