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What kind of camera do I need to attempt to become a photographer?

I've always liked taking pictures but I've never really had a real camera just mainly point and shoot kind of cameras, what kind of camera do I need to start out taking real pictures? I've heard of digital SLR's but I'm not sure if that's what I need or what. Any help would be greatly appreciated...I'm open to specific camera suggestions as well...although right now I can't go over 8-9 hundred bucks right now.

there is the nikon d40 for around 400-500 it come with a 18-55 kit lens
witch is good for most people
this is a great camera to learn from(i did)
it is very affordable and consumer friendly

if you want to extend the range you can add the 55-200 vr for under 200 bucks more
and for a nice fixed portrait lens there is the new nikon 55mm af-s f1.4 for about 300 or so....this lens will give that nice blur background that most people seek...and unlike the older version of this lens ...it will auto focus on the nikon d40
you can get all this camera gear new or used off of ebay...but look at there ratings before you buy(yes i have bought camera stuff off of ebay with no problem)

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