dewmercer

One problem with the nikon low end SLRs is they are unable to focus lenses without focus motors.

One of the most popular wide angle lenses is the tokina 10-17 fisheye. But I'm pretty sure it will not focus on the low end nikons.

So you need a low end canon, (such as the t2i or t3i), to use that lens. Or a slightly higher end nikon, such as the d7000.

Hi,

I've started taking pictures UW a few years ago using a compact canon S80, and later with a Fantsea Nano kit.

Recently, Neptun has decided is was time for my preciuose to go to camera heaven... I saw this as a sign from the gods, I must upgrade )

So the obviouse direction is to go DSLR, I don't want to buy something too expensive, cause a. I can't afford to and b. I probably won't know how to max its capabilities.

So I thought of spending about 2500-3000 US$, and on intuition I kinda feel towards a D5100 or D3100.

What are the Key features I am looking for in a DSLR camera for UW (So far I figured a big a sensor as I can afford, what else?)

Can anyone recomend on a decent set for a begginer, whithin my budget.

Hope I am not asking too much on my first post here

Thanks,

Lior