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Starter kit on a budget.

Started Nov 10, 2014 | Discussions thread
Clive50
Clive50 Contributing Member • Posts: 693
Re: Starter kit on a budget.

I started back in May and didn't know of this forum so went out and bought a canon 1100d with 18-55 kit lens. Was cheap for me 350 euro and after about a month i got the 55-250 lens for 150 euro.

I enjoy this low end camera and I think it takes great pictures. I know loads on this forum that create better photos but have way better gear and skill. The 1200d is about the same price now but most of the guys on here have better knowledge and experience with cameras.

Pure on budget and ease of use I would say get a cheap 1100d and if he decides he don't like photography not too much lost. If he does like it he can always getter a better body and keep the lenses he gets for this low end camera.

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Canon EOS 600D Canon EOS 80D Canon EF 50mm F1.8 II Tamron AF 18-200mm F/3.5-6.3 XR Di II LD Aspherical (IF) Macro Tamron SP 150-600mm F5-6.3 Di VC USD +5 more
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