Canon vs. Nikon is for another thread (go Nikon!
) but teknochild is right...you don't have to wait until later this year to get a high-quality dSLR brand new for around $500. Check out the Nikon d40. Here's a review:
http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/d40.htm
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