<p>Like nearly everyone else in America right now, your heart is probably pumping fast for Black Friday deals. Heck, you probably have a strategic game plan than any military general or NFL coach would be proud of. If a digital camera is on your list, here are some things you might want to consider before plunking down cash on that seemingly good buy.Cameras tend to be older</p><p>A whole bunch of exciting camera were recently announced in the past few months, from Sony's Alpha full-frame cameras to Nikon's retro-inspired Df, Fujifilm's XQ1, and Panasonic's Lumix GM1. But if you were hoping to snag one of these for yourself or as a Christmas gift, forget it: Most of the camera deals will be on models that are older or lower-end point-and-shoots (some of the newer models are still in pre-order). Camera companies might be hurting, but they're not going to give everything away.</p><p>But that's not to suggest you can't get yourself a great camera. If you are willing to forego the latest tech, there are some potential deals out there. For example, we have been seeing several listings for the Canon EOS Rebel T3 and T3i, and the Nikon D3200. These DSLRs are a couple generations old, but if you've been looking to move up to a DSLR to improve your photography, these models make great starter cameras and can shoot great-looking photos. Also, look out for more advanced cameras like Canon's EOS 60D or Nikon's D5100 they're rarer, but they exist.Is it really a deal?</p><p>Staples is advertising in its flyer the Rebel T3 with an 18-35mm kit lens for $450, but you should know that this is the regular price offered through Canon's online store. Staples is knocking off $150, but only if you purchase a 75-300mm lens as well. When all said and done, you'll be paying $500 for the entire set, but Target and Walmart are offering it for $449 and also including a camera bag and SD card (Walmart normally sells it for only $30 more).</p><p><a href="http://www.digitaltrends.com/photography/buy-camera/">Keep reading...</a></p><p>Read also:</p><p><a href="http://www.thinkdigit.com/Digital-Cameras/How-mirrorless-cameras-are-creeping-upon-the_18639.html">How mirrorless cameras are creeping upon the DSLR territory</a> (Digit)</p><p>Explore: <a href="http://news.google.com/news/more?ncl=dMCmmpxpf-yF3cMTY_jK3L8KJj0QM&ned=us">12 additional articles.</a></p>