Today's article was inspired by something I saw on a photography discussion group. Someone was asking: "What lenses should I get for my Nikon D3300?" I was about to offer the obvious answer, meaning, that it depended on her personal photographic aims, what kind of photography she was interested and so on.

And then it hit me.

I realized that the answer to those counter-questions was already there, unconsciously hidden in the original question. After all, someone asking a question as generic as that can only be a beginner without a clear view of what it is s/he is after.

Entry-level DSLRs usually come with a kit lens. But is it the only thing you need?

In this article, I will offer you 3 possible answers to a question such as the one above. In other words, in today's article I am comparing 3 complete lens lineups for your DX camera, with the assumption that you are a beginner photographer who isn't exactly sure what you're after. Even if you are not a beginner, I suggest you read this too, because it will offer you perspective on lens choice-making

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