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What is a great digital camera for a beginner at photographer?

So i broke my old kodak in like july , i dont know how but it just wont work... i wasnt willing to pay for the 100 dollars to gte it fixed.... i only used that camera for the basics... i wasnt even thinking about photography... but now thtt i dont have a camera, i want to buy one for photography... i am just wondering what camera is great for a beginner... the reason why i am posting this is because this question was asked by people like 2 months - year ago and i was just keeping it safe just in case new cameras are out... ( which i bet are) thanks!

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1. If you plan on going pro someday then do get a DSLR and not a point and shoot... most photography schools require that you have a DSLR. We use the Canon Rebel XTi at the Art Institute. It's a great camera, has both automatic and manual features (don't be afraid to use the manual features), and the price has dropped a lot since the newer version (the XSi) will be coming out soon. I've had mine for about 2 years and I am still perfectly happy with it.
2. I completely disagree with Miss Photo. dSLRs are NOT for the average photographer, to be honest. Why? (1) dSLR images are intentionally created so that the user will perform post-processing. Thus, they usually aren't as sharp as images coming out of point and shoots, and usually require color correction and other edits. This is great for the professional who will spend time editing each image on the computer, but if you just want to take pictures of your baby in the bathtub, this isn't something you want to do. (2) dSLRs are EXPENSIVE. Maybe not in the initial investment for the camera, but if you REALLY want good pictures, you have to buy good lenses. And good dSLR lenses cost THOUSANDS per lens. If you buy a really good dSLR camera, but buy cheap lenses, you'll end up with images that may be WORSE than your point and shoot. (3) dSLRs are BULKY. You've got to carry around a larger body, usually 2-3 lenses. Now, when you want that kind of flexibility and power, then it's worth it, but when you want something to slip in your pocket for a girls' night out, then THAT's what you want. Now, there's no question that the Rebel XTi is a great camera, for those who really want to get into the world of photography, want to spend time thinking about the shot, framing it, setting exposure levels and shutter speeds, and post-processing. I have an older generation rebel that I like a lot. I've also spent nearly $2,000 on the camera, body, lenses, flashes, and accessories to allow it to help me take the best pictures I can. But even I have a point and shoot to take with me for informal shots when I don't want to carry around the whole thing! So, my question to you would be -- what do you want it for? (And how much are you willing to spend!) If you're a beginner, and just want something to take pictures of family reunions and your kid, then most cameras will do. If you have other hobbies, then you may want a special type of camera (for example, if you have a kid that's in sports, you may want a point and shoot with a "long" lens for good zooming. If you go to a lot of concerts, you may want a camera with a 'fast' lens and better noise control to take pictures in low light). Go to http://www.stevesdigicams.com -- they have a forum in which people will give you camera purchase advice, reviews of cameras, and a section of "what camera should I buy"? Another good site is http://www.dpreview.com -- it's a little more high tech, but they give good recommendations. Good luck!