Camera for a beginner!

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Can someone recommend a camera for beginners? I'd like to get some shots of my bike during the day/night, I'd also like them to be a high res as they'll be viewed on a 4K TV etc.

I've looked at DSLR cameras but the range is huge and i'm completely lost. Don't even ask about different lenses as i have absolutely no idea why one is better than the other.

I'll also be taking pictures of moving traffic and would like some good light trails and hopefully a few of my bike too.

Not sure what prices they range from so no budget atm.

Cheers. :)
 
Don't have a budget right now as i don't know the market prices, nothing too fancy as i won't need most options just as long as it does what i said in the OP.
 
Yeah I'm hoping to get some flyby shots, you know the types where the main object is in focus and the background is blurred?
 
Cheers.

So in terms of an actual camera, what do you suggest? Should I buy an average camera and buy a good lens or buy a camera with a lens included?
 
Im happy to buy used, I see lenses for sale quite often on the MM, do all Nikon/Canon lenses fit all cameras?

Will a newer Nikon lens work with an older camera?
 
Would you say this is a good deal for a starting camera? Am i able to do light trails etc with this camera?

Canon EOS 1300D Kit with 18-55mm III Lens Digital SLR Camera - Black - £249.

It has £50 off at the moment and has a lens included.
 
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peterhc said:
Hi if you just after taking pictures I and you just learning photography i can recommend used canon 50d, 6.5fps well build. Pair it with 18-55 stm lens and that should do for starters =]
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Looking online though, it will cost me more to buy a second hand 50D and a separate lens rather than buying a complete package?
 
I've just got back from picking up a brand new Canon 1300D with a lens for £299 (Had a £30 off voucher for Argos). :)

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