Read http://photo.net/ Most especially the introductory "textbook" and the product reviews. This will give you a decent foundation of basic terminology and available equipment.
I would suggest starting with an SLR camera, even if financing restricts you to getting a film SLR camera. Add a prime lens, possibly 35mm or 50mm. There are pros and cons all over the place, but that's why you should read photo.net. :-)
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Read http://photo.net/ Most especially the introductory "textbook" and the product reviews. This will give you a decent foundation of basic terminology and available equipment.
I would suggest starting with an SLR camera, even if financing restricts you to getting a film SLR camera. Add a prime lens, possibly 35mm or 50mm. There are pros and cons all over the place, but that's why you should read photo.net. :-)