please help?

[rockandrowland]

I'm getting a Nikon D300... but I don't really know a whole lot about lenses... are these good, versatile lenses for an amateur? They come in a package and are at a great price, but I don't want to waste money on a good deal if it's not going to be good for what I like to do.
I like more creative photography macro/portraits, but in the typical creative angle kinda way.
All input is appreciated.

Nikon 24-85mm f/2.8-4.0D IF Autofocus Lens
[FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Nikon 70-300mm f/4.0-5.6G AF Zoom Nikkor Lens[/FONT]

 

[Big Mike]

Welcome to the forum.

What is your budget for lenses.

 

[rockandrowland]

I found this package for $1179 (US):
(I can't find anything to beat it)

[FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif] Nikon D300, 12.3 Megapixel SLR, Digital Camera Body w/1 Year USA Warranty
Nikon 24-85mm f/2.8-4.0D IF Autofocus Lens
Nikon 70-300mm f/4.0-5.6G AF Zoom Nikkor Lens
2GB CompactFlash Card
Hi Speed Compact Flash Card Reader
Deluxe Pack of LCD Screen Protectors
Deluxe Lens Care and Maintenance Kit
Deluxe Digital Camera Case
Full Size Tripod
Cap Keeper
Mono Pod
Black Neoprene Strap
Power Car Inverter
Lens Hood
Lens Pouches
Memory Carrying Case
Introduction to Your Camera on DVD
Aluminum Hard Case
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[Big Mike]

Where are you finding that package? Looking for the lowest price on the internet, usually leads to disappointment.

 

[rockandrowland]

www.thecameraprofessionals.com

 

[rockandrowland]

I've checked it out... they look pretty legit.

 

[rockandrowland]

maybe not... i dont know what to do.

 

[sabbath999]

Unfortunately, they are one of the "Rip Off" sites...

http://www.resellerratings.com/store/TheCameraProfessionals

For REAL pricing online, I suggest you shop with your choice of legit places like B&H or Adorama.

 

[rockandrowland]

I have a friend who ordered off of fotoconnection.com they get mixed reviews...
anyone know about them?
She seemed pleased, but it could be a lucky break, or that she doesn't know what she's looking at.

 

[rockandrowland]

well if not... my budget is around 1100-1300
i want and slr and a lens or two...
I am just starting out, but I do have some talent... I want to get a camera that I won't grow out of too quickly.

 

[rockandrowland]

how about this? [ame]http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B000N4LNZO/ref=dp_olp_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1220468568&sr=1-8[/ame]

 

[sabbath999]

I have purchased 4 cameras from Cameta Camera, they are EXCELLENT.

 

[rockandrowland]

are those lenses good, and will they hold up with me for a few years?
I know the d200 is a good camera (though its not a d300 ::tear:: ...) and I am sure it will serve me well.

 

[rockandrowland]

Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G AF-S DX ED Zoom Lens
Nikon 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED AF-S DX Zoom Lens

Those are the lenses

 

[sabbath999]

WELL... if it were up to me I would save a bit more money and buy the VR versions of both lenses.

Then again, if it were me, I would be shopping for lenses FIRST and camera second.

The D200 is a good camera.

How about waiting a few days and seeing what the D90's going to look like?