Any good DSLR for under $550

[orestis]

Hi everyone:hi:,

My brother is going on a trip overseas and was wondering if there was a descent DSLR for imaging as I recomended a DSLR after hearing all the positive things that have been said on iceinspace about DSLR's.

The camera will be mainly used for scenic landscape shots.My brother would like a camera with a wide FOV and an ability to possibly make panoramic shots.

I did some research and found the Nikon D3100 DSLR which seems ok although its $600.

Also what is the difference from a single lens kit to a twin lens kit?

Thanks in advance
regards Orestis

[MrB]

The Canon 1100D is probably worth looking at.
Canon Australia Website (http://www.canon.com.au/For-You/EOS-Digital-SLR-Cameras/1100D)
DP Review (http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/canoneos1100D)

Currently $379 at JB Hifi, Body Only.
~$750 for one in a twin lens kit.

Edit, sorry, missed the last question.
Single lens v twin lens kits simply means either one lens or two lenses included with the camera body.

[barx1963]

Two friends of mine have both bought Canon 1000d's from Harvey Norman recently for $397 inc a kit lense (18-55) Great value!

[Octane]

Kits lenses aren't typically the best quality and aren't designed tocapture fast action. They're fine for happy snaps, though.

In a Canon twin lens kit, you'll typically get an 18-55mm lens (widefield zoom) and a 55-200mm or 55-250mm telephoto zoom.

H

[Osirisra]

I picked up a backup 550D body a few weeks back for $550.