Lepewhi

I particularily like the flamingos and the bird running on the water.

All beautifully photographed.  Well done.  Thanks for posting.  I really enjoyed viewing them.

The way I look at it is like those that own a piano or a guitar.  They might not play these instruments to the capacity of the instruments, but still enjoy playing for pleasure and or hobby.  A ...

OK, then definately have them look into the Refurb store(Canon).  I would suggest a SL2/200D or if they want something larger look at a refurb T5i or T6i.  The T5i and T6i have more focus points ...

I know that this is an old thread.  But, for the right price, I'd buy one.  I actually wish I had one.  But, can't justify buying another camera;-[[

Out of curiosity, what kind of photography are your friends interested in, travel, family, sport? What is their experience with photograghy?  Is a DSLR something that they want/need? If it is more ...

That's what it looks like, a choir of birds singing in unison.  Good capture.

I really enjoyed the one with the baby birds.  Very sweet.

Fair enough.  Has the 13 year old shown interest in photography?  The T6 might be a steep learning curve? I know that kids these days are more tech sauvy then I am.  But, most kids just use ...

I understand.  I got mine when I was 8, a Kodak instamatic, which is much cheaper than a $250 camera.  But, that's me.

I would look into a refurb SL2.  Look at the Canon Refurbished Store online.  You can find some good deals there.

Are you sure about the 5 year old?  Maybe something less expensive?  Most 5 year olds are not very careful.  The 13 year old sure.  Just my thoughts.

Don't worry.  They have as many corkscrews as corks.

And don't forget Montmartre! Beautiful views.

I am going to get so much hate on this, but forget Luxembourg.  You can drive through and have lunch, and it is pretty, but pretty small.  Again, visit Brugge (Venice of the north) in Belgium and ...

It can't be done, unless you want to spend the whole time driving.  Even then, it would be a stretch. For a one week holiday, I'd stick to one area and really explore it.  Do another area or ...

Agree, I like mine too.  Compact and not-intrusive. So, nice for travelling, and street photography.

Can also check into the Canon online refurb store for some good deals.

Not me either.  I only use my smartphone when I'm out and and see something  interesting.  But, for photography, I want a camera.  I like the creativity and the ability to zoom in on subjects.  My ...

My questions are, what do you shoot(sports/action)?  What do you evaluate your skill level is? How often and how serious are you about photography?  Are you a casual shooter, holidays, travel, ...