Nikon D3000 Takes on Canon Rebel XSi

Several years ago, Canon was the first to release a sub-$ 1,000 camera with 300D Rebel. Nikon followed quickly with a Nikon D40, and the next release of the Canon and Nikon DSLR entry level has been able to improve technology and reduce the price of this camera is highly regarded by every new release. Both Canon and Nikon already has a track record of excellence in the satisfaction.So Nikon users how to have his sweet pot with new D3000? There are some very significant improvements over the D40 are very popular which has now been discontinued from production. There was also some improvement over the D60, which is also getting older as the years go camera. Here are a few improvements to the Nikon D60: LCD panels increased from 2.7 "to 3" Autofocus has increased from 3 points to 11 points recognition processing of the 3D recognition AF Starting price $ 599 (including kit lens) Canon Rebel XSi In connection with the price point early even lower than for Canon to Nikon, Canon XSi although prices have dropped since the release of rebels T1i with newer processors and video capabilities. Some things to consider as you ponder your camera purchase decision. Both D3000 Nikon or Canon Rebel XSi has a video, so if you have to have video on your DSLR, you will need to spend a little more to get to the next level, either Nikon or Canon Rebel D5000 T1i. Both cameras produce excellent images. This has been true with all entry level cameras from Nikon and Canon - the award-winning image quality. Both models allow the use of the interchangeable lenses designed for this and much more expensive DSLR cameras. Other lens manufacturers also produce quality Canon and Nikon lenses that might be cheaper. Are you leaning towards D3000 Nikon or Canon Rebel XSi, you will be pleased with your choice.