I just placed my order for my first digital SLR camera. I am really excited! My budget was $1500, and for that I got:
- Nikon D60 body
- Nikon AF-S 18-200mm lens
- Wireless remote shutter release
- Extra battery
- UV filter (to protect the lens)
- Video cable
This is shortly after my Dad's visit, during which he let me play with his ultra-fancy Nikon D90 (with multiple copies of most accessories). I took some pictures just during the 4 days I got to use it that I could not have taken with my existing digital camera (which is held together with rubber bands):
- Using low shutter lag to take pictures exactly when I want to: Elena twirling, Amanda twirling
- Using the optic of the zoom lens to get a nice depth-of-field: Amanda hunting Easter eggs
So hopefully, next week, I'll be enjoying my new Nikon D60. I can't wait!