Dando

I am thinking about getting my first camera, and heard some good things about the Nikons. I see that I can get the 3200 for $100 more, would this upgrade be worth it for a newb?

MisterNickG

I would just say get the D3100 and use that extra $100 to buy a 50mm 1.8D/G

But then again, that's my opinion.

Maybe look at snapsort's comparison and determine what your main use for the camera will be. One has more resolution and better ISO performance than the other, and there's some other small differences as well. Maybe when you get better and more into the hobby, you might want to pick up a full frame body later on

Heyitsgary

The D3100 is about 4 years old, the D3200 2 years old and then the D3300 is only a few months old.

http://www.dpreview.com/products/com...tDir=ascending

Looks like the change from the 3100 to 3200 is a new generation of that camera, while the 3200 to 3300 is incremental changes based on some new function availability.

Not everyone needs the latest and greatest, particularly for a new photographer who might decide that the DSLR route isn't for them. Remember, you're likely going to need some lenses (the 18-55) is pretty limited depending on what you're shooting. Bag, cards, accessories, etc... all add up.

Manga_Spawn

I just picked up my first DSLR and ended up buying the body by itself and a 28-200mm Tamon lens. I have been really happy with the combo and while I have bought a few lenses since I still use the Tamon lens the most when I walk around and take pictures. It was barely more expensive than the kit with the 18-55 lens and I feel much more versatile. So my suggestion is buy the better camera body and then find a lens that to go with that body. It may cost a little more than the Kit costs but you wont be running out and buying another lens right away.