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Hello all!
For two whole days I've read everything I could here about cameras, but I still need help.
My little P&S is starting to act up and I'm thinking of getting DSLR camera. I want to learn how to make good pics of my baby and animals, nature, that type of thing.
I'm still trying to decide if DSLR is a good thing for me. I'm not trying to become professional, and I don't want to spend a fortune on expensive extras. I do realise I'll have to get another lens eventually.
So, here are my questions:
1) Is basic DSLR kit (probably Canon Rebel Xti) going to give better pictures that P&S permitting I learn a few tricks with exposure and that type of things? In other words, is camera kit as is (18-55mm) good enough for a beginner in photography to take better pics than with P&S?
2) I know a lot of people suggest to get just the body with a different lens. What would be a good basic multi-purpose lens that I can get away with? It can't be too expensive, no more than $200.
3) Looks like it's a question of religion, but what is the basic difference between Nikon D40 and Canon Rebel XTi? Originally I thought of Rebel, but there is a good deal on amazon right now: Nikon D40 with 2 lens (18-55 and 55-200) for $636. I know the pixels are different on them, but still.
Thanks a lot in advance. I know it's too many questions.
For two whole days I've read everything I could here about cameras, but I still need help.
My little P&S is starting to act up and I'm thinking of getting DSLR camera. I want to learn how to make good pics of my baby and animals, nature, that type of thing.
I'm still trying to decide if DSLR is a good thing for me. I'm not trying to become professional, and I don't want to spend a fortune on expensive extras. I do realise I'll have to get another lens eventually.
So, here are my questions:
1) Is basic DSLR kit (probably Canon Rebel Xti) going to give better pictures that P&S permitting I learn a few tricks with exposure and that type of things? In other words, is camera kit as is (18-55mm) good enough for a beginner in photography to take better pics than with P&S?
2) I know a lot of people suggest to get just the body with a different lens. What would be a good basic multi-purpose lens that I can get away with? It can't be too expensive, no more than $200.
3) Looks like it's a question of religion, but what is the basic difference between Nikon D40 and Canon Rebel XTi? Originally I thought of Rebel, but there is a good deal on amazon right now: Nikon D40 with 2 lens (18-55 and 55-200) for $636. I know the pixels are different on them, but still.
Thanks a lot in advance. I know it's too many questions.