Camera experts

[SON1C]

I've wanted to step up my photography game for quite awhile, and after some research this is what seems right for me
Nikon D3200 Digital SLR Camera With AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm 25492 (http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=&sku=856049&is=REG&Q=&A=details)
but I'd love some more advice/input
thats already exceeding my budget btw

[chris.ganucheau]

I know my friend has one. It takes amazing pictures, although it is way to complicated for me. I was looking at some different camera's to step my game up also.

Look forward to the replies.

[jfelbab]

What camera is right for you is something only you can answer. You are the one who knows what kind of photos you will be taking. What zoom range you need, what image quality you need and what you can afford.

I went through a couple DSLR cameras and bags of lenses and on a whim bought a long zoom P&S and now I've sold most of my DSLR gear. It's IQ is not quite as good but it is more than good enough. The advantage is that I can now zoom from 28mm to 1200mm (optical) in an instant and I can switch to macro mode in a flash. I get more usable shots and don't need to be fumbling with switching lenses to get the shot. Before you buy take a look at the new Canon HS50. FWIW, a 1200mm tele lens for a DSLR will set you back around $100,000. $99,000 Canon 1200mm f/5.6L EF USM Super Telephoto Lens (http://laughingsquid.com/99000-canon-1200mm-f56l-ef-usm-super-telephoto-lens/)

[OMRebel]

It's a great camera. Just like detailing, it's all about the skills/processes/knowledge. If the 3200 is already exceeding your budget, I think it'll do just fine. Buy it, learn how to use it, then save up for some good lenses (you're gonna want them soon enough).

[y8s]

You'll get a lot of mileage out of the 18-55 on the 3200. That's a very nice setup that will get you great photos.

I know you like HDR... but you dont usually use it the way it was intended (to counteract a high contrast scene without filters). Maybe try out some other methods of HDR that are more subtle? There is software that will do it, but you can do it yourself with photoshop or similar and bracketed shots.

[dpscoupe]

Take a look at the Nikon d5100 also. It's about the same price point as the 3200. While I have no experience with the 3200, we have a 3100 as a knock around at work & it is more comparable to a point & shoot than it is to the 5100. Ymmv

[07gtcs]

I'm a Cannon guy so i can't help with the Nikon. What I can say is that the quality depends more on the lens, than the body.

[SON1C]

I appreciate all of the input guys!
One factor I love about the d3200 is easy wifi sync to laptop and my phone

[dpscoupe]

I appreciate all of the input guys!
One factor I love about the d3200 is easy wifi sync to laptop and my phone

Check out the cannon rebel t3i as well