rjaywallace wrote:
Since it sounds like you may be mentoring this young person going foward, sticking with a brand you know might be a wise idea. KEH has a 16.2MP Nikon D5100 available for $257 in Ex+ condition, which would leave another $250 available for a high-quality used or refurb walk-around zoom. KEH did not have any used/refurb D5200 bodies in stock, but I didn't check with Camera Cottage (UHH member MTShooter), B&H, or Adorama. Best of luck to the young student!