Thinking of getting the canon rebel t3i?

Should i get it? Or should i get the nikon d5100

Both are excellent cameras. Between the two, it matters which one feels better to you. Hold each in your hand and use it for… Say 15-30minutes and make sure you feel comfortable using it.

the D5100 has a slight edge in performance, but to a beginner photographer, it is negligible, and you really can't see much difference until you train your eye a little. You still have to learn how to manipulate shutter speed, aperture, and ISO to conform to what and how you want to shoot a subject

The Canon will still give you better manual control over video and audio in the T3i with full manual exposure control when shooting. The Nikon uses a great sensor though with great photographic results. The Nikon D5100 is a very small body camera so if you have small hands or want a more portable camera, you may love the feel a bit more. The canon, though still small, is slightly larger and may feel more comfortable to those used to dslr cameras. They are both great cameras though.

BHPhoto does have the Canon T3i kit which is a step up on a huge sale for $899 including $400 worth of magic bullet editing software for free.http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/753762-REG/Canon_5169B003_EOS_Rebel_T3i_Digital.html

Might help make a decision easier for you.
www.learningcameras.com