I have been saving up for a professional camera since a long time. But my birthday is coming up (sweet 16) and my mom said she can buy one for me ! She said we can go into futureshop or whatever together so we can pick one out. Im just not sure which one would be suitable for my needs. I have had 3 cameras before in the past 6 years which have really helped me learn the art of photography. I need one that is easy to use - but has great picture quality ! I was thinking about getting the Canon EOS Rebel XSi 12.2MP DSLR Camera With EF-S 18 - 55 mm IS Lens Bundle which is about 700 $. Is that a good choice for me ? Im a great photographer but its not the camera that makes a great picture - its the photographer. Do you think its a good camera ?
I think that would be a great camera. The first link below is to a review of the camera and it an excellent review. I think you can do better on price. Below are a few links, the 2nd is to B&H Photo and here is the price I found:
Canon EOS Rebel XSi (a.k.a. 450D) SLR Digital Camera Kit (Black) with 18-55mm IS Lens - $564.95
.... and you get free shipping.
Hope this helps.
Mark
First April lets take that halo from your head. Never, never tell other photographers that you're a great photographer - they'll laugh you out of the room. Let your work speak for itself. If it truly is good others will notice. A "great" photographer doesn't have to call attention to their work, it'll tell its own story.
That said yes, I think either the XS, which I own, or the XSi would be a great choice. Right now you can get the XS for about $550 with an 18-55. I don't know if $$ is an issue or not but if it is, also look on line - often these cameras come at better prices. Here's a good shop to start with.
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Don't confuse the terms professional camera with dSLRs. The cameras you are looking at are entry level dSLRs. Nothing wrong with them, but while some might argue exactly where the pro line is, it's safe to say that most 'pro' cameras start in the 3,000 dollar range. Pro lenses can cost 1,000 each and even 2 or 3 grand each, depending on what you get.
For entry level, I'd skip Nikon, no autofocus motor is a deal breaker. The Canon you are looking at is fine, so the XS, XSi, T1i etc should be fine. Skip the 18-55mm bundle regardless of camera brand. 55mm is almost no reach. Also skip the 2 lens deals like 18-55mm with a 55-200mm, that's even worse.
If you can, get the cheapest deal on the body ONLY, and then get a better lens on your own.Just get one all around good zoom that you rarely, or never have to remove. I'm thinking a 18-135mm or 18-200mm. You can go with Canon, Sigma or Tamron. When you want something for low light work, you can score a 50mm f/1.8 for about 100 bucks. Don't forget to check out Sony Alpha dSLRs aimed at new photographers. You should have enough for any of the 300 series, and maybe the new A450 that Sony just announced about 2 days ago. I think the 500 series is out of your range.
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Professional grade cameras
Canon EOS 1D mk iii or mk iv
Nikon D3 D3s D3x
All in the '000's or pounds or dollar range.
What you are talking about is an "entry" level or "mid" level Dslr.
As you are such a "great photographer" then I really don't know why you have to ask this anyway, you would already know what the camera which would be best for you.
Nikon D5000 is a good DSLR Camera.
with 12.3-megapixel DX-format CMOS image sensor
Outfit includes the 3x AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR lens with image stabilization
D-Movie Mode with sound; record 720p HD movie clips
Vari-angle color 2.7-inch LCD monitor; one-button Live View
Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards
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