Hi There, This camera has 200k actuations on it so it would be an excellent starter camera for someone- a student or adult alike. This camera is in excellent working order and comes with a battery and a charger. Priced to sell as this camera has reached a high shutter limit and may reach its maximum shutter limit in a year, 3 years or a few months depending on usage-this varies and is not an exact science. Also have a D800 avail for $100 - Photographed many high profile actors with this beast, Jim Carrey etc. Would love for it to go to a student.