First Ever DSLR - Help Needed :)

[DigitalNoob]

I am looking at purchasing my first DSLR camera and was wondering if anyone out there could give me some advice? I know absolutely nothing about dslr camera's or how they work hence the username. I am starting a photography course and need the camera in order to start.

Any help would be muchly appreciated. Thanks:D

[AcurA]

How about your course - did they suggest anything?

[DigitalNoob]

No they didnt.

[Canvart]

What is your budget?

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Also, what is your reason for doing the course? Are you wanting to become a professional photographer, or is it going to be a hobby?

[fokker]

Buy something cheap off trademe - by the time you outgrow an older model camera you will have a better idea of what you want in a newer one.

I have a canon 400d with a battery grip and 50mm prime lens that I'm selling soon if you're interested in that, its ideal for a learners camera and the 50mm lens is not only a great little lens but because it doesn't zoom it forces you to think harder about how you compose your shots, perfect for learning on.

[tomberkley]

there are heaps of threads on this topic have, read thru them there is some good info there.