Newby looking for gear advice.

[coolhand78]

Hi Guys,


I'm brand new here and am looking to invest in my first decent camera, i'm currently looking at the canon 7D, but would like some advice
on what the more experienced people here think I should be looking at... my budget is circa $1200, which i know isn't a lot as that will be for the
camera body and lens(es)...

as mentioned I've been looking at the canon 7D, and i'd really love to get the 17-55mm f2.8 IS lens but I'm guessing that will come in well over my
budget. I'll be most shooting, architecture, landscapes and skies.

any advice would be greatly welcomed.

Thanks in advacne

Luke.