Novice Camera guy.....

[mtkid6]

So I am looking into getting a good all around camera. I want to be able to take pictures of my daughter and also get good shots of my tank. I spend a lot of time outdoors as well so something I can take along on hikes and trips outside.

Thoughts, tips, recommendations, any help would be appreciated.

I would like to get into the potm someday...:x:

 

[ErinCahir]

How much are you looking to spend?

 

[mtkid6]

Not sure. I would rather pay more now and not have to get a new one for quite a while.

 

[MushroomXombies]

I was looking for a camera for the same reasons.I ended up getting a Sony A230 its 350.00 at B&H.. It comparable to higher priced models and me being a novice, i didn't want pay more for every bell and whistle.. It doesn't have live view, I was worried about that at first, but i was told the correct way to take photos with a DSLR is through the viewfinder and it wouldn't be an issue not having it. They were right. I dont miss it at all.
Here are a few pictures

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5055/5461480559_15d9a26966_b.jpg