So, what I'm trying to say is (sorry for the long winding sob story!), the camera is currently being repaired!

Yeah, I'm well aware of the tripod and slow shutter speed setup.

That 7D sure does sound sexy though. I had a short go of Anna's in Romania, but I was not worthy of it, and it began to melt my face, so I had to hand it back.

I want a dslr, so expensive though ;(

£3.99 is what I have in my bank

I could probably muster up £800 if I got round to selling things and if my bloody scholarship money would come through Not really something I desperately need though, I think survival is more important, especially since it would just be a hobby. I think if I were to get one I would be aiming to spend over £1000.

Why spend that much if you're starting out? That's like buying a Ferrari when you just pass your test.

Get something similar to McMoist's and get to learn it and know it before you go up with the more expensive equipment.

I see it like buying a more powerful computer, rather than cars. With a more powerful computer, you get good results when doing the normal stuff like browsing the interwebs and the like, but then you have the capacity to do more advanced stuff as well when you are ready

My camera is more than capable of advanced stuff.

I'll go do some advanced stuff right now. Just you wait and see! I'll show you, Jack! I'll fuckin' show you!!

It doesn't work like that with photography. Buying a top end, semi-pro/professional camera does not make you instantly take better photos, nor does it make any difference when learning how to take photos.
It's about the person behind the camera, not the camera itself.

Having a camera worth £1,000 does not make every photo you take, whether it be simple or complex, better at all. You need to know how to use it.
The top end cameras are designed for the professionals for a reason. They need the things it can do, the full frame sensors, the detail, because they are going to use it in ways you can't. Not until you understand it all.

I said it would give me the capacity to use the more advanced features when I feel ready, using your example; when I know how to use it and understand it. I don't see how that translates into me saying that the camera will give me better results as soon as I get it.

Patronising me for something I didn't even say is cool though.

My bad, spent too much time playing tf2 today rather doing things I had to do D:

So how much do you think is a good amount for a entry level dslr? What are the different options?

I've read up on lenses but I still don't really know what to go for, can you just get like a 28-90mm f/4-5.6 and be good to go?

you got great discount if you buy the body with a lens deal on a lot of sites. If you find something you like , or as you live in the uk, you could have karl maybe cock up some links of nice deals?