Lookin for my first dslr

[drksilenc]

Ok my budget is between 0-1000$ lookin for new equipment.
A local photo shop said stay away from the nikon d3100 and d5000 because the motor driven lenses will not work so i cant future proof if i want to.
So now im lookin twards canon or pentax and want to know what you guys think

 

[ulrichsd]

Ok my budget is between 0-1000$ lookin for new equipment.
A local photo shop said stay away from the nikon d3100 and d5000 because the motor driven lenses will not work so i cant future proof if i want to.
So now im lookin twards canon or pentax and want to know what you guys think

I bought a factory demo-refurbished Nikon D90 a few weeks ago. It was $650 at Cameta .com. Even new, it runs like $800. Add a 18-55mm lens for $120. That will fit your under $1000 budget. It has the built-in AF motor you mention so will work with all Nikon lenses made in the last 30 years or so.

Good luck,
Scott

 

[Heck]

If I were on a tight budget I would look into something used. People are always upgrading and ready to move great gear at good prices. Just make sure the person you buy from is legit and has a solid rep. That said you can look on the used market and see what you can reach with the grand.

 

[flatflip]

"first dslr" and "future proof" don't really go together, in my book. I think the D3100 and D5000 are great starter cameras but a D90 would be even better (and it has a focus motor).