Upgrade to DSLR

[Jerrytrebec33]

Hi, I want to upgrade to a DSLR, I was wondering if anyone could recommend some cheap ones, I am looking at the Canon D30 right now but want to hear some people’s opinions on which ones are some pretty good beginner cheap ones... Thanks

[tim]

The D30's pretty old now, you'd better off looking at a Rebel XT/350D. It's a much better camera.

[skyphix]

Or if you want to go on the cheap, 300D's (Digital Rebels) are coming way down in price.

[Andy_T]

Both the D30 and the DRebel (300D) are capable cameras that are nowadays available at prices comparable to that of good P+S digicams.

While the D30 is older and only has 3 Megapixels (that it makes a lot from), the 300D is a near-state-of-the art 6 MP camera that was the latest and greatest a year ago (together with the similar, but more flexible and more expensive 10D). Most likely, it will offer you the best bargain at the moment if you are looking for a capable DSLR.

The newer DRebel XT (350D) is also a great little camera and offers some advantages over the 300D: 2 MP more, better low light performance, immediate startup, no crippled functions. However, it's also a bit more expensive.

Best regards,
Andy

[norcal99]

If you're looking at the D30 which I think you can find nowadays for $350ish, you could also consider the D60 which is the 6.3mp version which is slightly better. I understand where you're coming from. I purchased a D60 with your same intentions and probably won't upgrade body anytime soon. Whatever you pick, buy some good glass for it.