Can I buy a Nikon D5000 for less than US$560?

I entend to buy one on Christmas. I would like to know prices or some other good cameras around US$ 500-600.

I've wanted one of these since a year ago, but I haven't been able to find a good, decent one for less than $600 (unless it was a scam) so expect to pay at *least* that much, not including supples/shipping or tax, depending on where you want to buy it from.

It depends on where you are. If you look on Craigslist then you might get lucky. Camera prices are only determined by those selling it and it is up to them how much it's worth. I got a Canon XS that averaged $400 and I got it for $170. I've seen a Nikon D5000 being sold for $550.

But if you want it brand new, then don't expect it to be that low.

Sure, try looking for used ones on Ebay though if it's got over 10K shutter actuations then I'd pass

Prices are controlled by the stores. Other good cameras are a plenty. Christmas is still very far away. Just continue saving. When you already have the money then you can start window shopping. Try http://www.bhphotovideo.com/...ovideo.com.