Another dilemma choosing your first dslr could be the fact that you don't know much about the dslrs and what features and functions it can offer. There are many brands and their many different models with many different features and functions. Choosing from such a vast range of options can be very tricky and needs lot of research to know that you get what you want to for your money. This is why I had done my share of research on the web, ask friends/colleagues who own a DSLR already or who know some about abc of photography for advice and suggestions. Read various blogs, articles, comparisons of the various dslrs, notes from a colleague and posts about the basics of the photography.
One article that I found very convincing and useful about 'buying a dslr' is the main reason that I write this article. I wanted to save this article for a future reference of my own and increase its instances on the web if someone (like me; a newbie to dslr world) searches for some ideas on how to buy a new dslr. The article is found on the link http://mansurovs.com/dslr-purchase-guide. This helped me make a decision on the model that I ended up buying, a Canon 650D shown in the image above.
The summary of things that one, who is new to dslr photography, has to consider when buying first dslr is
1- When buying first dslr and if you have very little knowledge of photography, then do not spend big money rather go for an entry level dslr. Keep it simple as that will help you learn your camera and photography quickly.
2- An entry level dslr will give you enough control and quality of photos to begin with and once you learn how to use it and how to best use the basic functions Aperture, Shutter, Exposure it will be justified then to invest more on your camera.
3- Either you buy a Canon or a Nikon (not sure about other brands since I wanted to buy only one from these two), both the brands have a large range of lenses and that means you can simply buy more lenses with the same body to try on different/advanced options. Make sure the camera you buy does support those lenses (if you'd have to buy later).
4- If you want to take some really good photos in the dark light with your new dslr, then it is wise to invest in a nice tripod because without one it is hard to take a nice clear photo in the dark.
These are the main points (as far as I have learned so far) but there could be more that one will learn as you grow into dslr photography.
In short, suggest to research appropriately before buying your first dslr and it is important to do that since you don't want to regret later since a dslr does not come cheap.
Happy buying your first DSLR !!
It is exciting :-)
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