I've been using an old Canon 300D for the last couple years and want to upgrade. I don't want to spend much more than £500 as I still want to be able to chuck the camera in my backpack and ride DH without worrying about wrecking something very expensive, so probably looking for something used. I don't want anything physically bigger than my current camera.
Main things I think are important are good low light sensitivity without needing flash. I tend to prefer to use no flash and rely on natural light where possible. I've no idea if a more modern camera will perform better in low light.
Mega pixels, I'm quite limited with just 3mp and no RAW mode on my current camera so think I want 10MP or more so I've got more room to crop photos.
Video shooting mode would be nice to have. Do the new DSLRs with video mode record sound?
I probably want to get a new lens too. My current sigma 24-70mm lens has slightly too poor a range for my needs. I'd want something like their 18 - 125mm lens, any recommendations or what to look out for?
From a casual look the 500D seems to suit my needs and a worthwhile upgrade. Slightly over budget with a lens. Any older models worth looking out for? I'm only really looking at Canon as I'm used to using it and with my skill level, doubt any other brand can offer something more. Cheers.


