Advice on purchase

[Mitch529]

I have been researching getting a DSLR for some time now. I am on a bit of a budget to start with, and I don't want to spend tons on a body to start with until I get some more experience under my belt.

I have pretty much decided on a Rebel XT. I have a budget of about $600 to get started. I am wondering if its worth getting the XT with the kit lens or if I should get get the body and spend the extra on some good lenses.

I would like a good lens for tank shots & daily usage, macro would be nice but I do not think I can afford a macro lens to start with. Anyone want to throw some recommendations at me?

Thanks,
Mitch

 

[TitusvileSurfer]

If you can't afford a macro lens, get your Xt(i?) and a 50 f/1.8 (very cheap but still very good)

Forget the kit lens.