I use Nikon D3100 with 18-55mm VR lens which is an entry level dslr that we bought for £600 back in 2011 (almost half price now) and it works quite well for me. This is my little blog, please visit for my photos (their no good but im trying my best! LOL!) http://misexperienciaspersonales.wordpress.com/
I have always envied Novie's pictures of flowers and minute objects. I almost bought a used macro lens in ebay for that matter (thanks to the person I was bidding against, I never won!).
UKBA,UKBA I am dreading to hear from you... UKBA, a BRP for Christmas will do...