What Digital SRL should i buy?

Question

I want to get into photography but i dont want to deal with film just yet. i know DSRL's are really expensive so i checked craigslist and here are the different brands i found. experienced photographers only, please give your opinion on the best professional camera for a beginner to use. thanks!

Nikon Digital SLR Camera Body D-100 - $200

Canon 400D XTi DSLR Camera Body Only - $550

Olympus E-510 (E510) DSLR w/ 14-42mm kit lens - $475

New in Box Pentax K200D Digital SLR camera and 18-55mm AL II lens, 2gb memory card - $650

Olympus E20 Digital SLR - $275

Canon DSLR 10D and Sigma 28-70mm lens f2.8-4 DG - $420

Pentax Digital SLR - $280

Includes:

- Pentax *ist DL 6.1MP camera body.

- Pentax SMC DA 1:3.5-5.6 18-55mm lens.

- 1GB memory card.

- Pentax camera bag.

- Strap and lens hood.

SONY DSLR-A100 DIGITAL CAMERA W/ 38MM LENS - $200

Answer 1

I have an Olympus E-300 and an E-510. The E-510 works great and would be an excellent choice. It has many features you won't find on cameras like the Nikon D40. Olympus tends to be a better value overall and their market share is growing faster than any other brand. That's a testament to the company's quality and customer satisfaction. I like the Olympus because they are also smaller and lighter, so it doesn't wear you out to carry it around all day. Quality wise, no matter which DSLR you select, you will get great quality shots.

Answer 2

My advice, Canon EOS 40D.

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Answer 3

If you're looking for something affordable I would go on Ebay and see if you can find a Canon 20D. You should be able to get one for $350 - $450. Alternatively you could get yourself that Canon XTi or buy a new Nikon D40.

In my opinion you should go with either Canon or Nikon because they have good lens selection and I've found other brands to be more like toys.