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Nikon F501 and F4s.
Suitable for beginners? Actually I find that what's "beginner" or not isn't really about the camera, but the processing of the film. Cameras are cameras. I don't find my film SLR that much different from DSLR. What's different is understanding the difference between film and digital, and between different types of films.
Which is more affordable? Most SLRs are relatively cheap. I like the F501 for starters because it gives you the option of auto mode, but all manual controls are easily accessible. I think you can find a decent one on ebay for $75. The expensive part comes in when you buy films and processing cost. However the experience of it is something that digital can't provide.
Suitable for beginners? Actually I find that what's "beginner" or not isn't really about the camera, but the processing of the film. Cameras are cameras. I don't find my film SLR that much different from DSLR. What's different is understanding the difference between film and digital, and between different types of films.
Which is more affordable? Most SLRs are relatively cheap. I like the F501 for starters because it gives you the option of auto mode, but all manual controls are easily accessible. I think you can find a decent one on ebay for $75. The expensive part comes in when you buy films and processing cost. However the experience of it is something that digital can't provide.