re: Is the Canon Rebel SL1 (EOS 100D) a good starter DSLR camera?

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I nearly bought a mirrorless, but they typically don't perform as well in low light. Also, I really wanted to use a traditional viewfinder.

That being said, most of the DSLR/Mirorless cameras in the same class are comparable. It largely comes down to features and other preferences.

What I liked about the D3300 is the Guide mode. You can select the type of shot you are looking to take, it sets the camera up automatically, and also displays those settings on the screen. This really helped me get a feel for what I needed to do when shooting in manual on my own.

The kit lens is OK, but the bundle from Sam's also came with a nice telephoto lens that I almost exclusively use when shooting outdoors. So something else to maybe look for is a good starter lens that comes with a bundle, or one that can be had for cheap if you buy the body on its own.