I am starting A Level photography in september and do not know what type of camera to buy??

I have wanted to start photograpg for a few months now but because i am half way through my a-levels i can only do a year on it-better than nothing i suppose!!
I also want it to become a hobby as i am interested in photography generally and theatre photography.
My friend has a Canon EOS 400d would you say thing is the right or good camera to buy??
Thanks

Most any DSLR is the way to go, you might get a better deal with Pentax/ Samsung though. Don't forget with SLR's your buying into a system.

Chris

Before you spend any money, check with your instructor. Spending a few hundred pounds on a digital camera when you need a 35mm SLR, would be sad.

Most (but not all) photo courses start the student out using some kind of film camera. Check before you buy ...you may find that former students have good used cameras for sale as well.

The 400D is a great entry level DSLR. Most of the students at the Art Institute use this camera, and the price has dropped a lot recently.

You may want to ask the instructor what is required before you go out and buy a camera though. Some schools require 35mm SLR's, others require DSLR's.

If you can, get a Pentax K10D.
You DONT need more than 10mp, and also, the Pentax comes supplied with the best kit lens around.
You can also pick up a Sigma 70-300 macro for the camera for approx 拢100.
Message me if you want to see some results.

Good luck.

The 400d is good, but the 40d is a little better... if you can afford it. Just make sure you get a decent lens, because that is what is going to make most of the difference.

Most probably you will have to get a manual film SLR to get the basics under your belt. Chinon do one, as do Nikon and Pentax. http://www.jessops.com

I have a great Nikon D40x, but should they not advise you in uni when you start?