DSLR Camera

well, what do you know how to use? (I don't wanna sound like a dick, genuine question)

point and shoot?
something with interchangeable lenses?
do you want new? used?
Do you want portability? does it have to be waterproof or resistant?

Same with this. I want a new body this year as mine is outdated and slow but it still works not bad. 

I just want to be able to take some nice pictures...
New
Don't care about waterproof
Don't know if i need interchangeable lenses

The best thing you can do to help you take nice pictures, is learn how to take nice pictures.
Henry's offers a nice beginner program into the world of photography. They'll teach you things like what aperture and white balance mean, fstops, setting and framing your shots, understanding light balance, etc.

just like we tell people 'It's the rider not the bike', it's the guy holding the camera, not the camera, that make pictures look good. 

Maybe split your money into taking a course and buying a cheaper ($200-$350) camera would be better?

A smart phone wouldn't take pics like what I posted above. Not even close. They're exponentially better than they used to be but you still can't beat a genuine camera.

Paul this might be good for what you want. One day sale only

www.bestbuy.ca/en-CA/product/nikon-nikon-coolpix-p610-16mp-60x-optical-zoom-digital-camera-with-case-black-30553/10399072.aspx?path=1ceb01ae10b264b270adfa9ddf8c66f7en02

What was the sale price? That looks like something I could use. Kind of a point n shoot dslr hybrid.

Thx. Gives me an idea anyway. Anything more than $100 for me has to be a planned in advance and save up purchase. Time for a new piggy bank ☺

Lol nigga went with a reputable company called fisher price. All other were too difficult to use.