Ebay via buydig (99% positive feedback, Top Rated Plus) has the manufacturer refurbished Nikon D3200 DSLR Camera Body Sale, $279.99 + Free Shipping. This is a reliable and low cost entry level digital SLR from a well known brand. Perfect upgrade from a point and shoot camera or a Smartphone. Free Lightroom software Tax in NJ.

This deal is almost $100 lower than buying a new one from amazon - $477. Highly rated 4.5 out of 5 Stars on Amazon.

Downside is short return period. This deal does not include the 18-55mm DX AF-S Zoom Lens (a $200 value)

The Zoom lens features a Silent Wave Motor and a Vibration Reduction mode. The closest focusing distance throught the zooming range is 0.9 foot (0.28meters). The Nikon D3200 Digital SLR Camera + 18-55mm DX AF-S Zoom Lens is best for consumers who are looking for a DSLR for taking great quality photos without the having to pay for the extra bells and whistles.

Downside: No exposure bracketing, the LCD screen is hard to see in the Sun. ADL is only on or off.

Specifications:

• 24.2 Megapixel CMOS Sensor
• 3.0" LCD
• Records 1080p HD Movies
• Built in flash
• D-Lighting function allows you to alter the brightness of captured photographs whenever necessary
• Wifi Connectivity with optional adapter