Looking for digital

[Tbilisi]

I am so happy that this site has appeared.  I have been shooting film cameras for years and I am very slow at getting into digital.  I am looking for a digital that I can "add too" later.  Trying to keep it in a price range of a thousand or less.  I have looked at the Konica-Minolta 5D and the Cannon Rebel XT with 18-55mm.  I am looking for any and all suggestions/help/advice for a SLR model in this price range.  Thanks in advance.

[five-oh]

I would also look at Olympus, they make a very nice digital SLR.

[Weasel]

The Canon Rebel XT (D350) is a wonderful camera in a fairly small package.  I bought one as a backup to my 20D, but used it a lot in Yellowstone last Fall.  I kept my buddy's 500mm IS attached to it and used my 20D for any other lenses I wanted to use.  I wouldn't hesitate to recommend the XT.  However, I would pay the extra for the 17-85mm IS as the 18-55mm is so-so at best.

[jcsnapshot]

I'd shy away from the K-M, if I'm not mistaken, the recently announced closing up shop.

[Tbilisi]

Thanks for the information. Sorry for the time difference in replying but my nights and days are all different. I was just looking at the minolta 5D body with a 18-200 mm lens.  I will check the closing of shop.  I do like the cannons but they are a little pricey for my budget at this time.  Does anyone now anything about Pentax?

[Tbilisi]

Another question.  What Web site or Who has the best selections at the best prices?

[jcsnapshot]

Here is a link to   Konica- Minolta getting out of the camera business  Reviews of the Pentax ist have been pretty good from what I have read. People that have them at Photography forums that I visit seem very happy with them.

 Pentax *ist D Reviews and specs

[Tbilisi]

Thanks for this information.  I will try to look in the direction of the Rebel by Cannon.  Maybe I can find a good package deal somewhere on the internet.  I reallyonce again appreciate all of your advice/help.