What would be the best DSLR to get for a beginner?

[jhonmartinvish]

I'm planning on starting a beginners photography course in September but don't know what kind of camera to get. I want a DSLR or SLR whichever is best? For around £350 and one that will kind of grow with me if that makes sense, so as I advance into intermediate and advanced I can begin to use new features with it such as new lenses etc. Any ideas?

[Sailing into trouble]

2 ways to go! Cannon and Nikon.

The quality of the photo still depends on the quality of the lens. If you want Interchangeable lenses buy a model with some history then you have a chance of picking up lenses second hand for much less.

That my 2p worth.

[DailyLunatic]

2 ways to go! Cannon and Nikon.

The quality of the photo still depends on the quality of the lens. If you want Interchangeable lenses buy a model with some history then you have a chance of picking up lenses second hand for much less.

Agreed. Glass is where you will grow. Stay away from the point & shoots if you can. As a beginner the APS-C sensor size should do you for quite some time. Just don't make the mistake of buying lens for it. (I'm a Canon guy and apologize that I do not know Nikon better)

Example: With Canon, EF lenses will work with both APS-C and "Full Frame" cameras, but EF-S lenses only work with APS-C cameras. The better choice in my opinion would be to get the lens that will upgrade with you, even if you have no plans to upgrade and that time. (exceptions if you find a really good deal at the pawn, of course)

Both Canon and Nikon are excellent choices and take turns being best from year to year. Anything you hear otherwise is just friendly rivalry.

-sterling

[The Fresh Prince]

I've also been looking into buying an entry level DSLR and after much research have decided on the Nikon 5200. It's a bit above your £350 budget but take a look at its specs, reviews and comparisons. It's an excellent piece of kit.

[DailyLunatic]

In the US you can get the T3i from B&H Online for ~$600 (£395).

They don't sell my baby anymore. I'm still in love with my T2i.

-sterling

[Noosa]

I've also been looking into buying an entry level DSLR and after much research have decided on the Nikon 5200. It's a bit above your £350 budget but take a look at its specs, reviews and comparisons. It's an excellent piece of kit.

Agreed.

[Mid]

What would be the best DSLR to get

any with a large automatic setting

[Looper]

If you are just a beginner then it doesn't matter which one you get so don't waste too much time thinking about it or you will become a camera obsessed gear junkie like me and waste more time reading about cameras and wanking over them on ebay than taking pictures.

Just get the cheapest entry level Canon (700D or 1100D) or Nikon (D3200).

Get a twin lens kit if you can afford it. Shooting sports/nature with a longer lens with your first DSLR will be great fun.