DSLR

[boo-ninja]

I'm wanting to buy a DSLR. I was looking at the Nikon D5100 kit that is offered at futureshop. Anyone have any opinions or recommendations?

[Cab0oze]

My recommendation - if you're just getting into it (like I am) just get whatever you get the best deal on. In general, they all have the same basic features, and in manual mode there is so much to learn that it won't matter how good or bad your camera is, it comes down to your skill level. I have an entry level Sony that my dad gave up on and gave to me. It has all the basics, and I've found that since I first picked it up until now (a year later) my pictures have gone from mediocre point and shoot quality to pretty damn good, all on the same camera (although still lots of room for improvement).

If you're just getting a DSLR to look cool and not because you want to learn how to take real pictures (lots of people seem to do this, so I feel like I should mention it) then don't take my advice, because some more expensive DSLRs have way more stuff that makes picture taking easy.

[London3]

that nikon 5100 was a fantastic deal on an entry level DSLR, you dont need more than that for entry level on a body.
I was tempted to upgrade to it myself- but ended up picking up a lens and flash instead :)
I dont think you can get better than that right now :P

[jonjon72]

If you've never used a DSLR, see if one your friends can loan you their for a few days or a week. Try it out and make a decision. Most people that jump on a DSLR for the first time think its pretty easy to utilize all its features. Not so. Don't waste your money if you plan to keep the camera on an automatic setting.

[terapr0]

the body is the most insignificant and rapidly depreciating portion of your entire photography kit....better off buying a decent but affordable body (consider buying used) and save your $$$ for one or two decent lenses. The kit lenses that come with most bodies are a good place to start but you'll soon outgrow the focal range (usually 18-55mm or 18-70mm) and want something new. You'll then discover that many lenses cost at least as much, if not quite a bit more, than your initial investment in the camera.
Just something to keep in mind.

[boo-ninja]

My uncle used to be part owner of Joston's Canada, so I have some camera access. Just wondering if anyone has used this camera?