i think canon is more user friendly than nikon...i've seen a lot of people with it than nikon (probably because it's cheaper) but i personally like the nikon and i have d200 atm.
i'd stick to non 3rd party just because i like it that way...haha
i've yet try other cameras but i started with d200 and i've already poured 3g+ on to camera without lenses ^^ it all depends on how much $ you are will to put down.
i will eventually move onto d300 or +
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