Good Nikon DSLR for less than $1000? I'm a beginner?
Good Nikon DSLR for less than $1000? I'm a beginner?
Look at either the new Nikon D3200 or D5100.
Both are excellent cameras, come with a lens and cost below your budgets maximum
If you look around, you might even get the (discontinued, but still very nice) D3000 twin-lens kit and still have money for a flashgun.
The Nikon D5100 brings the high quality 16.2 megapixel sensor, great low-light performance, and full HD video capability with all the frame rate options from the popular prosumer D7000 to the enthusiast level model - and then includes a fully adjustable side-mounted rotating screen to boot. The D5100 should prove to be an excellent option for new dSLR users plus those experienced enthusiasts wishing to upgrade their D50, D60, or even their D3000 to gain additional megapixels, shooting and processing speed, video, and an improved rear LCD screen.