Quick question

Hello i'm new to DSLR'S and want to ask a question, I have a Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS and love it for what it does. My question is, I want to get into a good starter DSLR and wonder if a Canon - EOS Digital Rebel T3 would be a good starter DSLR?...thanks

Welcome to POTN.

The Rebel is a real DSLR so, yes, it is more than a good start.

What Sam said ...

Welcome to POTN, and yes - the T3 is a fine starter DSLR.

the t3 is the bottom line camera, now that's not to say it isn't perfectly capable. you may however find yourself more satisfied with a t2i. the t2i, t3i, 60D, 7D all share the same image sensor which is a step up from the t3. they only differ in what features they offer and the body style they come in.

if price is a huge price constraint, the t3 will perform admirably. but if you have a bit of wiggle room the t2i will most likely give you the best bang for your dollar.

If you can afford it get the best dSLR you can afford else you will be looking to buy something better later on.

Yes, that would be a very good camera.

Don't know your budget, but woot.com has the Canon EOS Rebel XS 10.1MP SLR Digital Camera with 18-55mm for $399 today + $5 shipping.