DSLR Time!

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I've finally decided to take the plunge and get myself a DSLR. Only problem is, i'm really not sure which one to go for.

I've got a budget of <£600, and i'd idealy like something thats a good base to work from, preferably with one or two lenses.

I've been poined towards both the Canon 350D and the Nikon D50, but a friend's parent recently recomended the Olympus E-500.

At the moment, i'm leaning towards the Nikon, as it's slightly cheeper, and had more recomendadtions than the Olympus.

Any help/advice/lnisk appreciated!
 
SDK^ said:
The Nikon D50 is certainly the cheapest option but the Canon 350D is within your budget. Choosing a lens to go with your camera is going to be tricky though; what subjects do you generally photograph?
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My preferance would be landscape shots, living near the Peak District I have some pretty amazing country side to grab shots of. Possibly getting into macro or portrait photography at a later date.
 
Thanks for the replies guys.

I'll defiantely be taking a trip to local camera shop to help with my decision, as i've never held any of the cameras or used them I think that might help in my decision.

Feel free to e-mail me any links to competitors, don't want anyone getting a holiday by posting here.
 
Well, I went into my local read me - no competitors store today, and had a look at both the 350D and the D50.

And, I prefer the feel of the D50, just feels more comfortable to hold and use. Plus they offered a few extra bits at 50% off (carry all, spare battery etc).

Only problem now, is which package to buy!

Body only, and get seperate lens
Body + 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6
Body + 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 + 70-300mm f/4-5.6
 
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