I recently picked up a D5100. I love it. It is my first DSLR so I am taking my time trying to learn the camera inside and out. I originally was going to buy the D3100 but the swivel screen lured me in. I bought mine as a kit, and have quickly realized that the 18-55mm lens is not what I need for the shots that I want to take, so I purchased the 35mm f/1.8. I should have it tomorrow. On the D5100, some of the external controls are in different locations than some other cameras from what I have seen. Not a big deal. You learn your equipment and you will be more than fine.
ill let him answer, but im guessing because the 30mm on the 60d is around the equivalent of a 50mm on a full frame
thanks for the response. im not sure if i should buy the kit or buy the body seperate and the lens seperate
I think the kit is still a good option. I ordered the 35mm as a walk around... I really want a 55-200mm because I know that I will be taking a good amount of shots from a distance and would like the zoom it enables me to get. Debated on that and the 55-300mm but I'm not sure, maybe I will rent them both and make my decision from that. In my opinion the kit was the way to go, because I didn't want to think about anything besides paying for it and shooting right away while I learned photography and my camera. I honestly want to shoot candidly as well as some studio shooting. All of these guys inspire me to learn and practice as much as I can. Quikster is a beast, and I have so much respect for KSteezy too. I have followed their WDYWT shots because there's something about their photography styles that I would like to see mine develop too with my own spin on it. There are others that amaze me with their shots too. Shotouts to everybody.
I think the kit is still a good option. I ordered the 35mm as a walk around... I really want a 55-200mm because I know that I will be taking a good amount of shots from a distance and would like the zoom it enables me to get. Debated on that and the 55-300mm but I'm not sure, maybe I will rent them both and make my decision from that. In my opinion the kit was the way to go, because I didn't want to think about anything besides paying for it and shooting right away while I learned photography and my camera. I honestly want to shoot candidly as well as some studio shooting. All of these guys inspire me to learn and practice as much as I can. Quikster is a beast, and I have so much respect for KSteezy too. I have followed their WDYWT shots because there's something about their photography styles that I would like to see mine develop too with my own spin on it. There are others that amaze me with their shots too. Shotouts to everybody.
I bought it at Best Buy in February. Spent about $850 total with tax and two filters. That's a good price right there. It's definitely worth it, and I don't think you would regret it. As others have said before; Nikon lenses get pricey but you will be fine if you know what you want and bargain hunt. Swivel screen is a great feature. It made the decision for me because at the time my lady had plans of starting her own youtube channel and blog. Video quality is ridiculous on this also.
Nice. I got that kit from Costco. I think it was $1300 + tax?
