I need to find a camera fast because my sister is getting married in like three weeks and her photographer just bailed on her. I told her I would try to step in even though I literally have zero experience with anything besides my iPhone 13 but I really want to do a good job for her. My budget is super tight right now maybe $550 tops since I gotta pay for travel too and I stay in a small town so I have to order online.

I have been looking at a couple of Nikon bundles because they seem easier to learn on. Option one is a used Nikon D3500 bundle I found on eBay that comes with a 18-55mm and a 70-300mm lens for $475. It seems like a solid deal but I’m worried it might be too old or the seller is sketchy. Then there is the Nikon Z30 which is mirrorless and newer but the bundle I found at a local shop is $650 which is pushing it for me. Is the Z30 worth the extra money for a beginner who needs to learn in like ten days? Or should I stick with the older D3500 since it comes with two lenses and is cheaper? I'm kind of panicking because I need to order this by Friday to have any time to practice before the wedding... what would you guys do?