I recently purchased a Canon XSi SLR camera body (12 mp for about $600) and the EF-S 55-250mm. I bought the camera body from newegg.com, best deal I could find, and the lens and a few extras (bag, lens hood, cleaning kit) from amazon.com for less than $300. I'm really pleased with the combo. Now that there's a new entry level Canon, can't remember what it's called but it does video too, the XSi might be cheaper now.
Here's a sample shot...
Haven't really had time or opportunity for scenic shots.
Originally Posted by
rvr350
Word of caution. Once you're on the road to DSLR, you'll never go back. You'll find that the lenses are much more expensive than anything that you'll own. A decent wide angle lens from Canon can easily set you back $800, and telephoto lens, almost double. Your $1k bose headset will look like cheap toys from China. Is it worth it? absolutely. YOu just have to watch your expenditure.
