RP from Photography: Best camera to start with?

aml0905

I have a Canon Elph sd 1100, and while it is fine for quick snapshots around the house I would really like to get something that would give me better quality, crisper images.

What camera would you recommend upgrading to? Either DSLR or Point and Shoot. I would like a quick shutter and like I said better quality images. I would mainly be using it for photographing kids but would also enjoy using it for photographing landscapes, sunsets and nature, if that makes a difference.

I don't want to spend a fortune so any recs on a camera that is not too pricey but would still do what I want would be great! Also, what other accessories/lens would you recommend purchasing with your camera rec?

Thanks!

lildevil968

We have the Canon T1i, and we really like it. We got it at Costco, and I think we paid $900 for the whole kit.

cnybride2be

lildevil968:

We have the Canon T1i, and we really like it. We got it at Costco, and I think we paid $900 for the whole kit.

ditto this but i think dh got it at best buy. 

although, i'm guessing there are cheaper ways to go to get what you are looking for.  i am not a camera expert but there are ladies on here who are, so maybe they'll have better suggestions.