Purchasing my first DSLR soon, guidance appreciated

[Kazz]

Heya

I've been borrowing cameras for years from family members, but it's time I stump up the cash for one of my own. I'm kind of set on what I want, but some input from you guys would be great.

My budget is around £600 and I can't really go any higher as I'm moving house soon. I'm interested in wildlife, particularly birds and general treks out and about. After a fair bit of reading up, here's what I've came up with. All second hand of course .

Canon 40D £300ish
70-300mm IS £250
50mm f/1.8 £50

I was thinking of using the 50mm for general use, days out, occasions and then the other lens for wildlife ventures.

Any thoughts or recommendations?

 

[Kazz]

Hmm. Might be better with the 18-55 then for now? Could always pickup a 50mm later I guess, I just heard that they're a good lens to learn how to shoot properly with.

 

[Kazz]

You can take a look in here for various shots and opinions of the lenses.

This helps a newbie like myself a lot, thanks for that link .

Thanks for all the other input guys, much appreciated. I think I'll stick with the 40D but go with a 18-55 IS kit lens instead of the 50mm for now for my "everyday" lens.