camera people
 

what are your thoughts on the nikon D60

well, i got the D60 besides the camera body it came with

18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX VR Zoom NIKKOR Lens

70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED AF-S VR Zoom NIKKOR Lens

Accessories:
Lithium-ion Rechargeable Battery

Quick Charger
USB Cable
Strap
Software Suite CD-ROM
and a 2.0 gig card

hope i made a good choice since i couldn't get any feedback.

I'm not to familiar with Nikon cameras, but certainly pick up a Polarized lens filter for both the lenses. It eliminates sun flairs, and a whole other list of cool features. It will also protect your glass from smudges & scratches. I carry 2 with me for my good lens, a cheap Best Buy brand & an expensive Hoya filter.

thanx for the tip, i'll look for one unless you can suggest one

any cheap old thing will do. i shoot a canon body so i didn't want to say what i don't really know. tripod? they are nice

I would certainly invest in a sturdy tri-pod as well. Thats key for photography in low light situations. Other then that as a beginner you are pretty well equipped. Maybe purchase a second battery as a back up & definitely pick up a portable lens cleaning kit.

when i made the original order besides the deal i got he asked for
a multi-mwdia reader
extra battery diffussuer
and a nice size waterproof carry case

just ordered him the tripod,
polarized lens
and lens cleaner

we'll see how it goes, hope he's happy with it, he picked most of the stuff

a nice bag is a plus. i have a tamrac expedition 3. they have some real nice sized bags as well. you wouldn't need a multi-media reader cuz the camera will transfer from itself via usb cable in most cases. a spare battery is a plus. don't leave it on the charger, kills the life fast.