Need a camera, recommendations please

[TooPatient]

I ordered a camera that looked okay on paper and could be delivered in time to get to South Dakota. Big mistake. It wouldn't focus and was a massive pain as it was geared more for vlogging than photos. I don't know much about cameras but would like to learn. Something that will let me use it simply with defaults and not swapping lenses now but lets me get fancier as I learn later would be perfect. I'm not sure if that exists. Looking to stay under $500 or so. Can do more if a commanding difference makes it a good idea. Hoping to get it before I drive across the country. (which came out of nowhere and needs to happen as soon as possible so quick delivery helps) Added excitement here as I have never been able to take a really good picture of my sparklies

 

[TooPatient]

Okay, I got worried about shipping times. Ordered a Canon EOS 250D. Hoping it works when it arrives as I leave the day after it is estimated to arrive.

 

[Karl_K]

good camera for the price.
Which lens?
use the viewfinder not the screen for best results.

 

[TooPatient]

good camera for the price.
Which lens?
use the viewfinder not the screen for best results.

Canon EOS Rebel T7 Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm EF-S f/3.5-5.6 is II Lens + 58mm Wide Angle Lens + 2X Telephoto Lens + Flash + 2X 32GB SD Cards + 3 Piece Filter Kit + Tripod + Full Accessory Bundle​

 

[Karl_K]

the 18-55mm EF-S f/3.5-5.6 is II Lens is the kit lens its ok in good lighting on static targets.
it has a low max aperture size and a slow focus motor.

edit: its a good starter lens just dont try shooting sports or weddings with it.

the other 2 do they attach to kit lens or separate?

 

[Karl_K]

Once you figure out what you shoot most and that you enjoy it you can start adding more lenses.
Hint: b&h sells used lens that have been professional gone over at a significant savings from new.

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/

 

[Karl_K]

lens prices are crazy compared to 2 years ago.....

 

[TooPatient]

Once you figure out what you shoot most and that you enjoy it you can start adding more lenses.
Hint: b&h sells used lens that have been professional gone over at a significant savings from new.

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/

B&H is awesome! I wish I had time to order through them. Might have gone a different direction with the camera. This trip came out of nowhere and needs to happen quickly so I had to go with just my cellphone or order in a hurry.

Long term, photos will be from inside an airplane looking out or at airshows (especially aerial performances) plus whatever random around. I've never used a camera with different lenses before. Will be a learning experience!

 

[Karl_K]

B&H is awesome! I wish I had time to order through them. Might have gone a different direction with the camera. This trip came out of nowhere and needs to happen quickly so I had to go with just my cellphone or order in a hurry.

Long term, photos will be from inside an airplane looking out or at airshows (especially aerial performances) plus whatever random around. I've never used a camera with different lenses before. Will be a learning experience!

Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Lens

Buy Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Lens featuring EF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format, Aperture Range f/4 to f/32, One Fluorite Element and Two UD Elements, Super Spectra Coating, Ring-Type Ultrasonic Motor AF System, Optical Image Stabilizer, Internal Focus, Focus Range Limiter, Weather-Sealed...

www.bhphotovideo.com

 

[Lookinagain]

Canon EOS Rebel T7 Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm EF-S f/3.5-5.6 is II Lens + 58mm Wide Angle Lens + 2X Telephoto Lens + Flash + 2X 32GB SD Cards + 3 Piece Filter Kit + Tripod + Full Accessory Bundle​

I have the same package except for the T6 which I bought about two years ago just as a starter like you, and I am happy with the photos that I am getting. Hoping this works out for your purposes.