dick_whittington

<p>After forum input, I've decided to get the D90 as my first DSLR. Any thoughts or recommendations regarding the choice of a kit or body plus lens purchase. I am an amature who enjoys photography. Have owned film SLR's in the past and enjoyed them. Last one was an N80. And I have two Sigma lenses from the N80 that I believe I can use on the D90. (a 055 Sigma Zoom 28-80D and 058 Sigma Zoom 70-300 DL Macro Super). Budget is an issue. And with these two old lenses my question is whether it is better to buy the D90 body and use these lenses, to buy a D90 kit (which kit lens) or to buy D90 body and a separate lens. Really would like to stay below $1500 total if possible. Most of my photography is still life, animals, landscapes, babies (two new grandsons) and a lot of close up flower and garden shots. Don't know a thing about lens quality, value, differences, etc. And never have used an image stabalization lens. Appreciate your thoughts and recommendations.<br>

dick</p>

<p>Thanks to everyone for their inputs and suggestions. I'm netting out on the D90. One additional question...is there anything in the Canon line that is equal/better for my situation at the same or less money. I only ask because reading the online reviews Canons seem to be rated slightly better for quality (hardware and picture). Any thoughts/experiences with Canon that I should take into account before buying the D90?</p>

<p>My only experience with digital has been a Coolpix 4500 compact. Before that I've used a Nikon N80, Pentax ME Super and Mamiya film SLRs. I'm looking to buy my first DSLR and am thoroughly confused by all of the models, reviews and such. My budget maximum is $1000 for a full kit ready to shoot. Most of my shots are landscapes, flowers, water, animals, antiques, furniture and such as opposed to people. I hate the shutter delay in my 4500 and would like to minimize that if possible. I shoot both indoors and out. By all standards I am a rank amateur but it's fun and relaxation for me. I'm looking for recommendations of what to look at and what to avoid. I have a couple of Sigma lenses from my N80 that I'd like to use, but only if they are fully compatible. Any thoughts/suggestions?<br>

Thanks,<br>

dick</p>

<p>Are Sigma Zoom lenses I use on Nikon N80 compatible with any of the current Nikon DSLR models? I am getting ready to buy my first digital SLR and want to know this before I decide which models to look at and whether or not I need to buy new lenses with the camera.<br>

Thanks,<br>

dick</p>