Need advice on best digital camera for product photography...?

I have been doing product photography for a little while and now have decided it is time to upgrade my camera to something more ';professional';. I'm using a sony cybershot now (works amazing for what I'm doing) but I'm still ready to upgrade. I've found some Nikon digital slr's for under $600 -used on craigslist.com and same with Canon's. Anyone have any advice? I take all the images on my site with the Sony www.MorganArtistry.com I'd eventually like to get into architectural/Interior photography for magazines. Thanks in advanceNeed advice on best digital camera for product photography...?
sounds like you just need to make the decision. Both Nikon and Canon slr's can be found for under $600. The major investment in either system are the lenses. For architectural/interior you would probably want to go with a wide angle lense with a small aperture (to all more light in) because interior photography is usually low light situations. Being that you haven't invested in any lenses yet (the expensive part of the hobby) I would suggest going to the store and getting both of them in your hands....try it out in the store, which one fits better. They both are amazing camera's (the canon rebel xti and the Nikon D40.) I currently own the xti, and am very happy with it. Check www.amazon.com for a good price with free shipping on a new camera. You really won't be disappointed with either system.Need advice on best digital camera for product photography...?
Before you jump into the DSLR arena (and spend a few thousand dollars in a body and a few lenses) take a class in photography and learn how to expose film using an adjustable camera.





There are so many things that you have to know before you can truly be successful as a photographer, only taking classes in photography will educate you at the speed you seem to want to go. Even then, a few years working with a pro will further enhance your abilities to meet the challenges that pros find every day.





You will probably start out using a 35mm Nikon or Canon SLR the first year (if your school doesn't require you to use a 4x5 the first year), so buy purchasing a Nikon or Canon, all the lenses you use will more than likely fit the digital body you buy in a few years.





Here is a great resource for you to view while you find a school to attend.





http://www.kenrockwell.com/tech.htm





Some samples of professional photographers





http://www.blackbook.com





and the influence this photographer introduced me to colour and design. http://www.peteturner.com