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Hello all, I am seeking advice.
I have been asked by a family to recommend or help find a new (to them) DSLR camera and Lens for their daughter, who has started attending college (on a full scholarship). She wishes to study photography, but has no gear as of yet. They wish to give it to her for Christmas.
The problem is that this family is extremely limited financially, and has five children. Their budget is $200.00. No more. They just can't afford any more.
My first reaction was to say "can't be done". But now I'm thinking maybe a used Nikon D70s w/ kit 18-70 lens or a D40 w/ 18-55 might be "do-able". While only 6mb, both were great beginner cameras, can produce good results, and offer her the controls and experience of a full DSLR. The D70s offers the benefit of a screw drive, so it will work with non-afs lenses. I have seen these on ebay within the families' budget constraint - but with the bay you never really know what quality you are getting. I don't want them to get junk (and yes, I am watching the for sale forum here on FM).
So are these the best two options for a beginner, given a $200 limit? Is there something else I should consider?
Please don't write and tell me to spend more. Please don't suggest things that cost more. Please don't flame me, I'm just trying to help a mom give her kid a nice Christmas.
Any suggestions on gear to consider would be welcome.
If you have an old set of gear in your closet that you think might fit the bill and are willing to part with it, PM me.
Thanks,
Fred
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