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Originally Posted by r_fredrick_smith
Both Canon and Nikon have some great entry level dSLR models. Of course, keep in mind, that you have to buy the lens extra.
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As RFS is saying here, The lenses are the biggest expense for getting into the DSLR world. As it should be. The body will be replaced sooner or later, the lenses can be carried forward as long as you stay with the same brand when you move forward.
I don't want to scare you off, but I've easily spent twice as much for things other than the camera body. I've probably gone overboard with what I've bought though. I didn't need the L glass (I just wanted it.
) I could have settled for some good Sigma or Tamron glass. Some of their lenses are top notch. I just ended up in a situation where returning a third party lens that had front focusing issues left me in a position to buy some L glass to replace it. After that, I was hooked on it.
The Rebel line has some fine cameras, and they're a little smaller than the XXD series. There are some good lenses in the Canon line up that are half to a third of the L series glass that take great shots too. I can't comment on Nikon because I haven't shot it, but I've got a friend who shoots Nikon and he loves it.