I have a Canon XSi which is very similar in its capabilities. I'm a noob to SLRs, but my understanding is that it's best to buy a cheap body and spend the extra $ on lens upgrades. I'm currently just using the 18-55mm that came with the kit, but I'm looking at the canon 60mm, sigma 70mm or Tamron 90mm macro lenses. I'm sure you'll be happy with it if you're upgrading from a point and shoot like I was