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I'm looking at getting a camera for Christmas, basically I know nothing about photography and would like to start dabbling into it as a pass time. I suspect I will probably use GIMP on Ubuntu since I can't justify paying for PhotoShop.

I'm having a hard time deciding what would be a good "beginners" camera. My price range is 250-400.

Thanks!!
 
I've used my buddy's Sony NEX-F3 a few times and I've come away very impressed with the photos. It's been reviewed quite well too.

It is out of your range at regular price, but I've seen it go for ~$390'ish on sale. You can probably get it cheaper if you keep tabs at RedFlagDeals with the Black Friday & Boxing Day sales coming up.
 
guilly said:
I'm looking at getting a camera for Christmas, basically I know nothing about photography and would like to start dabbling into it as a pass time. I suspect I will probably use GIMP on Ubuntu since I can't justify paying for PhotoShop.

I'm having a hard time deciding what would be a good "beginners" camera. My price range is 250-400.

Thanks!!
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Look at any of the Canon A series or S series. You really can't go wrong with any of these. Only brands I would buy these days is Canon or Nikon.. but I'm partial to Canon.
 
Or go with used DSLR on B&H or your local camera store? I had a Canon S3 and quickly out grown it. I really regret buying it new while I could of go straight into a Digital Rebel for a bit more money. The problem with old camera is that the sensor could be dying of old age like the hand-me-down Digital Rebel. The only way to get around it is to shoot in RAW and hope that the software can fix it.
 
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Or go with used DSLR on B&H or your local camera store? I had a Canon S3 and quickly out grown it. I really regret buying it new while I could of go straight into a Digital Rebel for a bit more money. The problem with old camera is that the sensor could be dying of old age like the hand-me-down Digital Rebel. The only way to get around it is to shoot in RAW and hope that the software can fix it.
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DSLR is not for everyone. People don't have funds to fork out for extra lenses and that is where those cameras shine.
 
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I guess this is one of my questions, is it worth spending the extra cash and get an entry level dslr? Im at the point where I'm not even sure if ill gain or lose interest in a year from now. Do dslr require more photo editing?
 
Jpegs are Jpegs - same if taken by a P/S, or a DSLR.

I'd look for a nice, used D3100/D3200, or D5200 from Nikon (yeah, Nikon here). Sellers usually have kit lenses (18-55mm, 55-200mm) with them, and those zooms are a nice start. They are not necessarily perfect from an optics stand-point, but they won't break the bank either.
 
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DSLR is not for everyone. People don't have funds to fork out for extra lenses and that is where those cameras shine.
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The kit lenses are perfectly capable IMO. Especially for a beginner.

However I am not sure id suggest a DSLR. I'd look at a mirrorless camera, most are out of your price range but the Canon EOS M is about $400 IIRC. It is an extremely capable camera with the ability to swap lenses. You can use the EF-S lenses from their DSLR cameras with a $150 adapter available. So if you decide to take the hobby further you aren't stuck.
 
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The kit lenses are perfectly capable IMO. Especially for a beginner.

However I am not sure id suggest a DSLR. I'd look at a mirrorless camera, most are out of your price range but the Canon EOS M is about $400 IIRC. It is an extremely capable camera with the ability to swap lenses. You can use the EF-S lenses from their DSLR cameras with a $150 adapter available. So if you decide to take the hobby further you aren't stuck.
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Yes but as everyone learns with the kit lens is that it becomes VERY limited very quickly. You'll want something with more zoom.. or something with less zoom.. or you want wide angle.. or you want a fisheye.. etc etc.

Its a slippery slope and a DSLR is just as expensive of a hobby as is computers.

I have a VERY nice Canon AE-1 35mm camera that has seen much action and I have owned a Canon 20D as well as a Canon G3 and know all about the cost of lenses.
 
Well how about something like a Canon SX510? You can't add teleconverter like the old S3/S5 but with 24mm to 1200mm zoom (35mm equivalent) and manual control, it seem pretty good for a starter that want to explore photography. I got bite by the photo bug but can't afford new lenses but lucky enough to borrow lens and flash from my sister's stash. As for lenses, you can get a cheaper one from Sigma or Tokina with zoom range of 18mm to 270mm which basically cover all your use unless you need something below 18mm.
 
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