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What is the best camera for beginners?
NicoleUCD | Asked  over a year ago | Last response was a year ago

My boyfriend is interested in photography as a hobby. I may be biased, but I think he takes great pictures and has a great eye. He's never had a really nice camera before and I'd like to get him one for his birthday. I'm looking for a good quality beginner camera that he can practice with. Since it's a beginner, I don't want to break the bank. We can always upgrade later when he figures out what qualities are most important to him. Not interested in video or anything. Just stills.

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Which camera do you recommend for NicoleUCD?

Nikon D3000 - $262
10 MP|APS-C CCD|3" LCD
Canon Rebel XSi - $660
12.2 MP|APS-C CMOS|3" LCD
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    a year ago Paul-Vasquez recommends neither camera

    You can buy a used Canon 40D for about the same price as the XSI. If you don't need video, that's what I would do. It's a semi-pro model. 

    I picked one up in new condition for around $500.00

    Maybe also consider the Nikon D90. 

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    over a year ago Philip-Davis recommends both cameras

    These are both great choices for a beginner.  I used the XSi for two years and enjoyed it thoroughly.  The Nikon D3000 can go one stop higher in ISO and has slightly better image quality.  But these two are so close that it doesn't really matter.  I suggest you go for whichever you can find the best deal on.

    And if he still really enjoys photography, a 50mm f/1.8 or f/1.4 lens would make a great follow-up anniversary or Christmas gift  :)

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