Canon EOS 1300D

Paid $377 for the body and 18-55 lenses , good quality pictures , pictures can be very easily and quickly downloaded to the mobile , very fast , NFC feature , multiple scenes , battery last like forever , good entry level DSLR camera for beginners , highly recommended ,cheap as

Purchased in April, 2017, this Canon 1300DKB is good. It has 1300D single lens kit (18-55mm). The price fills the gap between $300-$1000. It worth buying comparing with the function and price. However, if you try to take photos in a strong sunny days, you have to be careful about light indication. Otherwise, it may be too white for persons. It is excellent for beautiful views.

This camera bridges the gap between the point and shoot $150 - $300 and the $1,000 plus cameras coming in at $550 - $600. It comes with the 18-55mm lens and has a range of automatic options as well as the ability to use fully manual mode. A good choice if you are looking to take your first steps into the SLR world of photography.

October 31st 2017 Update: A good introduction to DSLR cameras

This budget focused APS-C DSLR camera is a good entry level camera for those wanting to move up from point & shoot to something a bit more creative. It has simple point and shoot automatic options along with a range of programmable options allowing you to get creative. The entry level kit comes with a basic 18-55 lens, which whilst meets the need, it should be the first item to replace. A good range of lens add ons are the Canon 10-18mm IS STM APS-C lens, the Canon 70-300mm III lens (or the 50-250 IS STM) and a Sigma 17-50 F2.8 lens. This would get you through most situations. Easy dowmload port and BULB settings are available.
In the $500 range this camera is an absolute cracker of a camera.