best camera for around $500

[bullitr]

what do you guys use?

 

[maxalmon]

Nikon D40 is an incredible camera. amazon.com you can find the package deal of camera, bag, tripod, cleaning kit etc for right at $500

 

[scsinet]

I've taken lots of pics with a borrowed Canon Rebel XT 8MP. It used to be in the 800+ range, but since the 10MP came out, the price on amazon for the package (body, lens, etc) has dropped into the 500s. I'm hoping to get it one of these days.

 

[bullitr]

how about canon rebel xti 10.1 slr

 

[scsinet]

I doubt it's in the price range you asked for.

 

[alix2.0]

im saving up for a nikon d40

 

[spyder78]

I have the D50 and love it. Nikon stopped making the D50, but I hear that the D40 is nearly identical. It's a great camera for a beginner who would like the option of upgrading the lens later.

 

[bullitr]

Originally Posted by SCSInet
I doubt it's in the price range you asked for.
i found one for 600 heheheheehehe

 

[eaglephot]

Yeah get a Canon XTi. Great camera. Nikon D40 is good too but I would recommend the XTi. Its more compact and lighter but they are both good.

 

[bullitr]

i got the cANON 10.1 xti
SLR 20 minutes ago . i still trying to figure out how to turn it on. lol

 

[scsinet]

Dang. I had no idea the price had come down so much.
I'm hoping for one for Christmas, but I asked for the 8MP... figured the 10 was too expensive and I'd not need the extra resolution. Maybe if I get it I'll trade up. We'll see.

 

[eaglephot]

Originally Posted by bullitr
i got the cANON 10.1 xti
SLR 20 minutes ago . i still trying to figure out how to turn it on. lol
Alright! Good choice, bullitr! Ask us any questions about it. I love it. Did you get black or silver?

 

[kevin34]

Lets see a pic with the new camera.

 

[bullitr]

Originally Posted by Eaglephot
Alright! Good choice, bullitr! Ask us any questions about it. I love it. Did you get black or silver?
black

 

[bullitr]

how can i turn it on. seriously.

 

[grouperlover]

Originally Posted by maxalmon
Nikon D40 is an incredible camera. amazon.com you can find the package deal of camera, bag, tripod, cleaning kit etc for right at $500

thats purty

 

[gary1328]

I use NIKON D-70---I need to take a class on photography or read the 500 page book to learn all of the settings.

 

[eaglephot]

Originally Posted by bullitr
how can i turn it on. seriously.

Have you turned it on yet?

 

[bullitr]

Originally Posted by Eaglephot
Have you turned it on yet?
still learning the guy from circuit city supposed to give me orientation on it over the phone in a little bit

 

[wattsupdoc]

Try the switch!

I'm still learning to use mine. So far, I've figured out how to turn it on AND take a picture.

It's a great camera. Mines the 8mp. Any body know what other good yet not too expensive lense would be the best choice to add to this? For taking those upclose high detail photos(macros). I have no idea what lense to buy next for reef pics.