Not a bad choice (just for your information)How much is it in total? Acutally EOS300 is not a new model, it has been launched since 2000(if I am not wrong). Its the introductory SLR camera for Canon Series. Strong point: fast focusing speed very light cheap semi-pro metering system Weak point: plastic mount too light to hold heavy lens size a bit small(i think its designed for female hand size) Comapring its price and value, I think its a very good buy for your first SLR. If you update your camera in the future, EOS300 can still be used as a backup body. The two lens together with the camera are definitely not good. You may consider to buy better lens if you have spare money in the future. p.s. I heard there is one model called EOS300V. It is the enhanced model for EOS300. Faster focusing speed, metal mount.