How about this camera bundle?

I found a camera bundle on ebay. I am a new photographer. I have used my mom's SLR camera and really liked it. I don't know a whole lot about SLR cameras, so help please!!!

Is this a good "bundle" for the price?
Is this a good camera?
If not, could you send me a link to a camera a might prefer over this one?

Here is what the bundle comes with:

NIKON D3000 Camera Body
NIKON 18-55mm VR Lens
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
Quick Charger
Eyepiece Cap
Rubber Eyecap
USB Cable
Video Cable
Camera Strap
Accessory Shoe Cover
Body Cap BF-1A, Software Suite CD-ROM
Nikon 18-55mm VR f/3.5-5.6G Lens
Wide Angle Lens
2X Telephoto Lens
UV Digital Filter
Digital Flash
8GB SDHC
SD Card Reader
Camera Bag
50 INCH Tripod
Lens Cleaning Kit
Mini Travel Tripod
LCD Screen Protector

The cost is $609.95 with free shipping.

Does this camera also have "live view"? (like what a point and shoot has)

Is there a camera that you can reccomend that has a tilt screen? My moms camera is a sony, it has a tilt screen and a "live view" option. I would really like these features, but wouldn't pass over a camera if this wasn't on it. I would probably want a canon or nikon.

Basically, I really want an affordable SLR starter camera that I could use for a while. The top price I would probably pay is around $600 for the camera body & lens, and hopefully a little bit of a bundle - memory card, camera bag, etc....

2010-11-16T13:56:44Z

Ok, scap all the stuff above. I have looked at reviews for the k-x and i think i like that one. it uses AA batteries which is a major plus, and it comes in different COLORS!!!! double plus! and its the camera of the year, which means it must be pretty good right?
now, as far as lenses go, would you go with a 50-200mm lens or a 55-300mm lens? i found them new and used. would you buy a used lens? i use the zoom a lot as i like to take pics of landscape and such.

2010-11-16T13:59:33Z

i also like to take macro pics of flowers, etc. could i use the standard lens to capture these sort of images? and what are the lens hoods for? finally, could you explain what other lenses do? (like fisheye, etc.?)

sorry for all the questions but i want to get good dependable advice before i make such a major purchase!!

Veato2010-11-16T01:15:42Z

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All those 'extras' are going to be low quality junk that arent worth using. Rubbish filters, no-name bags and tripods.... eerghh! Honestly stay away.

Look at B&H online. For $470/$480 you can get either a Pentax K-x (TIPA beginner SLR of the year 2010) or a Nikon D3000 both with 18-55mm lenses.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/651674-REG/Pentax_16302_Pentax_K_x_Digital_SLR.html

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/635660-REG/Nikon_25462_D3000_SLR_Digital_Camera.html

The you can add something like an 8GB card for $17, a Lowepro bag for $25 and a Slik tripod with ball head for $90 (much better tripod than the basic $30 stuff!)

In total it's around $612 and has none of the 'junk' in the other package. It's a nice little starter set to be honest. Obviously you can pick a different bag, etc but you certainly can get a beginner SLR + SD card + bag + tripod for around $600!

:o)

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/715524-REG/PNY_Technologies_P_SDHC8G4_EF_8GB_Optima_Secure_Digital.html
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/388726-REG/Lowepro_LP34700_0EU_Rezo_110_AW_Camera.html
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/614702-REG/Slik_611_849_Sprint_Pro_II_GM.html

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EDWIN2010-11-16T04:21:24Z

Everything listed after "Nikon 18-55mm f3.5-5.6G VR lens" is pretty much worthless junk. In my opinion the entire listing is likely a scam. So ignore it.

Since your mom already owns a Sony DSLR which you seem to like, why not buy a Sony like the new a33 or a55? Then you can share lenses. Here is one review of the a33:

http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/AA33/AA33A.HTM Note that the a33/a55 are currently the only DSLR cameras that offer full-time continuous auto focus.

B&H - http://www.bhphotovideo.com - has the Sony a33 listed for $749.99 w/18-55mm lens or $649.99 for the body only (no lens).

The Sony DSLR cameras can use the legacy Minolta Maxxum AF lenses so you have more lenses to choose from than you might think.

Another option would be the Pentax K-x. It was chosen by the Technical Image Press Association as the 2010 "Best DSLR Entry Level". Its $489.95 w/18-55mm lens at B&H. Here is a review:

http://www.shutterbug.net/equipmentreviews/amateur_digital_slrs/0510pentax/index.html

B&H has the Nikon D3000 w/18-55mm lens for $499.95 after a $50.00 Instant Savings.

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Jim A2010-11-15T23:27:28Z

This price is way too good to be true so it probably isn't. The camera with a lens alone, no extras, at a reputable dealer is about $550. This price won't happen with all the extras.

This is probably a scam, don't do it because all they really want is your credit card number. Lots of scammers out there, be very careful.

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