New to Photography

[nvr2low]

if you have the budget for a D300 you wont be disappointed, i have had mine for about 8 months and i love it every time i pick it up!

[Aster]

If you want to choose between brands, I would suggest going to your local camera store, and try out the different ones you're interested in. I agree with Ross (Orgnoi1) that when choosing a camera, sometimes the one you choose feels best in your hands.

PS I love Canon!