 | Nikon D40 6.1MP Digital SLR Camera Kit with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens
Buy new: $449.00 / Used from: $380.00 Well you have to at least start with the camera right? This is a great buy, the kit lens is more than adequate for all your early DSLR needs if you are coming from a point and shoot ultra-compact world like me.
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 | Nikon SB-400 AF Speedlight for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras
Buy new: $107.95 This is a great entry level flash. I went for the SB-600 because it looked cooler and had the matrix focusing built-in (the big red eye). I was kind of annoyed by the in camera auto-focus assist white light. I recommend getting this flash or better, your pics will look soooo pro!
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 | Nikon EN-EL9 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery for Nikon D40 and D40x Digital SLR Cameras
Buy new: $31.88 / Used from: $19.99 You don't necessarily need one of these. I bought one but have not used it yet. The D40 gets amazing battery life.
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 | Nikon EH-5 AC Adapter for D40, D50, D70, D70s, and D100
Buy used from: $129.99 Expensive, not needed...but if you are looking to have every accessory then why not?
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 | Nikon CF-DC1 Semi-Soft Case for Nikon D40 Digital SLR Camera (25355)
Buy new: $34.26 / Used from: $37.35 I just got a backpack, which I will cover later in this list. I might have picked this up too, but I already have more lenses...which I will also cover here.
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 | Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G ED AF-S DX Nikkor Zoom Lens (Black)
Buy new: $159.95 / Used from: $90.00 My first lens purchase. This lens is great! It covers outdoor shots really well. If you are going to be doing a lot of indoor, like me, then I would pick up a broader zoom or stick to the kit.
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 | Nikon 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6G ED-IF AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras
Buy new: Too low to display / Used from: $210.00 My favorite lens. The price is great, and it hasn't left my camera in 2 weeks. I shoot most of my stuff with this. I am waiting for the 18-200mm VR to drop in price before I give this bad boy up.
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 | Nikon SB-600 Speedlight Flash for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras
Buy new: $191.60 / Used from: $169.00 My flash. This is an awesome flash. It is way more than I need, but the 400 looked kind of lame, and the 600 does the red matrix auto focus, which has really helped in low light situations. I highly recommend getting the Sto-Fen White Omni Bounce for this flash as well. It was not listed at Amazon at the time of this list...not the green or gold one, the white one!
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 | Tamrac Adventure 7 Photo Backpack (Red/Black)
Buy new: $74.95 The backpack I am currently using to carry my gear. I am going to need a bigger one soon, this is an expensive hobby!
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 | Transcend 2Gb Sd Card 150X
Buy new: $24.11 You will want a fast SD Card, I use this one and love it. It has a great speed rating, my camera never waits for the card!
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