Hello everyone

I would like if some one could help me out and guide me on my first few steps to making greater photos

I really enjoy taking pictures but lately I started to notice that my simple "point-shoot" digital camera don't provide enough of what I need.
So Im thinking to take a next big step and learning and getting some new nice camera.
But what should I get ? DSLR Camera or some nice high end "point-shoot" camera ?
The DSLR Cameras are pretty expensive as I noticed and they require alot of knowledge and how to use and take care of them " dust"
But alot of good once are come with self censer cleaner and stuff like that so its not that big of a problem after all.
I guess I should also talk about what kind of pictures I take ?

I really like taking photos of nature , outside some close ups and actually I take alot of different photos and types.
Also moving objects , want it to take good sharp and clear photos .

Examples of what I took before .






Also if I understood correctly the DSLR cammers will require different lenses for different type of shoots , like for close up I will need one.. for open range image other.. right ?


So so far.. Im looking at 2 different cameras ..
One is point-shoot that looks kinda ok


Nikon Coolpix P510
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16830113363

and

DSLR
Canon EOS REBEL T3i
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16830120507



So.. what shell I do ?
any feedback/help/tips is welcome
Thank you

This post was edited by sturmovik on Oct 19 2012 09:36am

If you're serious about getting into photography, DSLR or nothing. No reason to limit yourself.

Thank you for your answer..
what DSLR camera will fit best for the job and things I want it to use for ?
do you have any suggestions ?
will it require multiple lens ? or not

I love my nikon d3100

Don't look at multiple lenses as a requirement, look at it as a privilage, it's a good thing.

The D3100 as stated above is an amazing starter camera. I owned one for a few months and for an entry level camera it's fantastic, great HD video aswell. But personally I prefer Canon.

This post was edited by Zomb on Oct 19 2012 04:53pm

t2i is slightly better than t3i but the t2i doesnt have the movable lcd screen. theres a comparison between the two and the differences are very minimal. i love my t2i and i think its pretty decent for a starting camera.

This post was edited by AbDuCt on Oct 19 2012 07:58pm

Thank you all so much for input.
Perhaps I should also list my budget..
is around 600-700$ also I most likely will order from Newegg

what can I get there for that ?

Willing to buy used?

Not usre that newegg sells used once.. only if they refurbished..

I would say the Canon would do you pretty good for your first! I think it's a pretty decent cameras, I have seemed to hear a lot of people talking about the T3 ones. I prefer Canon as well.

You will find yourself wanting to buy lenses too, to get things - and honestly, they're worth every penny! I love all the lenses I bought and I wish I could get more. They are pricey though, for the good ones. I am sure you'll enjoy this part of photography and grow a lot from it!

For close up/zoom, yes, you will need lenses. Some lenses will allow you to zoom/get closer, but there are lenses out there that are specifically close up etc. For nature, a wide angle is really enjoyable to use as well. I use the Sigma 10-20mm and it works great (there's a Canon one for a lot more money). But I imagine you want to buy the camera first and focus on lenses later. Save up, you won't regret it Good luck!