Choice Between Two Nikon DSLR Cameras

[Eaglefan9727]

I am going to be purchasing the Nikon 3300 bundle later today at Bj's Wholesale club for the following bundle and for a price of $600. I have to use the Best Buy website as the Bj's site is down for right now.

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/nikon-d...lack/4437132.p?id=1219627834758&skuId=4437132

However, If I cant find it in the store. I found 3 other bundle options via Amazon that I would like to hear which package is the best one to get, So I can order it online later today if needed. Please note that I want both of lenses to be auto focus with VR and not manual.

Option # 1
http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-Camera-...1426393049&sr=8-24&keywords=nikon+3300+bundle

Option # 2
http://www.amazon.com/Camera-55-200...1426393554&sr=8-26&keywords=nikon+3300+bundle

Option # 3
http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-Digital...1426393554&sr=8-31&keywords=nikon+3300+bundle

Thanks for your feedback.

 

[TheBigE]

I would avoid any of the bundle offers and stick with just the camera and lens. I would question the quality of items that are attached to the bundle - tripod, filters, etc. Poor quality tripods, filters, SD card can just add more headache. Moreover, at this point you are not sure what you want or need - outside that of a camera. The learning curve can be step when you first get at DSLR and having all the extra gadgets only makes it more challenging. My recommendation is to get the bare bones - D3300 and Kit Lens and go from there...adding pieces of equipment as you see the need for them.

I wish you the best of luck.

 

[littlekidagain]

I would also recommend staying away from the bundles. It's a lot of money being wasted. Take a look at www.bhphotovideo.com They also have a lot of used and factory refurbished units that you can save money on.

 

[Eaglefan9727]

Well, I ended up with the simple bundle package today which features the camera, 2 lenses, and a carrying bag. I am looking forward to using the camera in a few days when I get it in the mail considering that I ordered online.

http://www.bjs.com/nikon-d3300-242m...nses-and-16gb-sd.product.269170?dimId=2003222

 

[TheBigE]

Congrats on the purchase and best of luck with your new camera.

 

[Eaglefan9727]

Does anyone have any good suggestions for a camera carry bag that fits onto a belt loop? I just want one that will hold the Nikon 3300 with the 55-200mm lens attached to the camera for those days that I am just going to use one lens during the time I am out photo shooting. This way, I don't have to lug the big carry case that came with the package. Thanks for any suggestions.