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Hey guys

I'm new to photography. I'm looking at buying myself a DSLR. It will be for holiday photos, Nature photos, family photos and then just starting to enjoy this hobby.

I'm looking at the following options. Please give me your advice as I have no idea where to start. I'm still reading up on things and learning what is what.

Nikon D40x

Nikon D60

Canon 1000D

Pentax K200

Sony Alpha 200k.

All of these are available locally (South Africa). I've only visisted a few shops though. I like the feel of the Nikon and the Sony. The pentax aren't bad either. The canon though just doesn't feel right. At this moment, I;m thinking Nikon D60.

The Nikon you get a free training course of one day. Don't know what the training offers but it's a start. You also get a free point and shoot (good for the ladies handbag), battery, charger and strap. Don't know about the bag. The sales guy was pushing for the Nikon. Any good reasons why he will choose the Nikon above the rest?

Guys, please give me advise on what to look at and what to avoid. I'm looking at getting something that will last me a few years or so and when I do buy extra lenses, I wan't to use them on my future camaras as well.

Thank you

Moller Thompson
Very new photographer.
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