Camera
 

Excpecting a new grandson in about 3 weeks and would like to get a new camera. Anyone have any toughts on the Nikon 3100?

thanks

I would pm fool... he knows alot about whats what in the camera world

I have this exact camera. It is a great camera but a LOT of camera, if you know what I mean. I bought it for my wife for Mother's day and she loves it. She took a class at Mcneese for 3 nights and it was the best $180 spent. She learned all about the camera and enjoys it more due to the class. However, if you are used to DSLR cameras then you will love this Nikon.

Actually plan on taking the class>

thanks Latt

I have the D3000 and I love it. 3100 should be a great camera also.

I'm a Canon DSLR fan myself..

But I looked over the specs with the D3100.
Looks like a good camera. Are you wanting to get into it (breaking out of the shell of auto settings) and going into the other shooting modes? (P,AV,TV,etc)

If your wanting to shoot in the advanced modes, go to a MSU class. If in the standard auto modes, I wouldn't go to the class.
What size glass does it come with? I have a 55-70 and a 75-300. Will probably upgrade the 75-300 soon

I bought a package deal for $799 and it came with the 18-55 mm and the 55-200 mm lenses. Look online for coupons. I got mine at Best Buy. AND you can finance for ZERO interest for 18 months.

What lens are you looking to upgrade to?

I like my EF70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM still takes great photo's.

70 not 75.. my bad

Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 L IS USM

Dropping some bones on that lens. Stepping up in class. Good lens with great reviews.

it'll be awhile before I get it. It'll be a toss up between this lens, or a power pole.

Decisions Decisions......get the lens and have one of your sponsors by you a power pole.:D

did it
 

Bought from Best Buy for $800

duhh
 

forgot image
also got camera bag

What would be a good lense to add to this?

For now, that is all you need. I promise..However a 300 would be a nice add

did you get the clear screw on lens covers, not alot of money but will save your lens

yes
 

Yes they came with them. They are not clear though

not the black ones, they have some that screw on other end that stay on all the time. I think they maybe called filter lens or somthin but they realy help

if you look on best buys site ita called "ultra clear lens filter" Tiffen is the brand they show