Glenn Kendall
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 p.1 #3 · first DSLR recommendation | |
Vallan,
Your question hasn't produced much of a response probably because, although your question is straightforward, the answer is more complicated. In the digital world that evolved from the 35mm film format, there are two major brands, Canon and Nikon. Other brands include Pentax, Panasonic, Sony, Sigma, and Olympus (the latter with a smaller 4/3rds format). At your level of sophistication, any brand will do. If you become hooked, you will probably (but not necessarily) gravitate to Canon or Nikon. But even if you choose a less dominant brand, you will find great gear. And in any event, you will end up spending a minor fortune -- if you get hooked, that is.
One consideration is the relationship between camera choice and lens ownership. Although some lenses from a particular brand can be used on another brand of camera with an adaptor, that's generally not the way to go, as the electronically-driven features usually become inoperable when an adaptor is employed. So, as a practical matter, once you start collecting lenses, you're sort of committed to that brand of camera (even if you buy 3rd party lenses, they are still adapted to a particular brand of camera).
My DSLR experience is with Canon. Within that brand, one or more of the Rebel series has video capability and is relatively inexpensive. My wife had a Rebel and it's a fine camera. But other brands will also have similar capabilities at similar prices. But my personal advice is to go with either Canon or Nikon -- you will have more options down the road.
Also, given your stated budget, I recommend that you consider buying a used camera from a reputable dealer. There's much to recommend in dealing with a local camera store. But the staff there have their own prejudices and may steer you to what they think you ought to have based on those prejudices and, perhaps, based on what they have in stock. On the other hand, they will have a wealth of useful information for you. If you keep in mind the former, you can take advantage of the latter. If you buy online, stick with one of the majors -- Adorama or B&H. B&H is my goto online retalier for anything electronic (although I buy camera bodies and lenses at my local store and chalk up the sales tax as the price I pay to have a local store). Check out their used offerings.
These comments don't really do your question justice, but maybe some others will chime-in and flesh-out the discussion. Good luck.
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