This is a question that crops up ALL the time...
OK for that budget (you really need to be more specific) you're going to need a body, 18-55mm kit lens and some sort of macro setup. Nowadays anything by Nikon, Canon or Olympus will give you great results. If you want HD video narrow your choice to cameras that support this.
If you want more professional gear to fit your budget then buying second-hand is always an option, lowers the price and because the higher-end models are better made the result is similar.
Most importantly: don't get caught up in gear, it's the photographer that counts!
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