Nikon or Canon DSLR Cameras?

I'm interested in buying a camera; I know that Nikon & Canon are probably the most common people own & I was wondering which is better/why its better or more preferred. In your opinion at least.

If I get one it will be $700 or less.
Just need your suggestions/opinions.

I have a Cannon Rebel XS and I love it. If you are looking to take really good pictures, but not quite professional ones this is perfect. If you want really amazing photos Nikon brands are better, but also more expensive. I have found that Nikon has many more lens options in places such as best buy, but there are still a lot that fit cannons but they are in photo shops and online more often.

Both Canon and Nikon are the tops for the consumer DSLR market. There's no better, it is all more or less determined by what feels best to you

I use Nikon because my dad uses Nikon. Nothing more to it. I have gotten used to Nikon and I like their feel as well as the results I get.

for $700, look at the Canon T1i or Nikon D3100

I have a canon printer and a nikon camera. Both are very good quality. I would just weight your options at the features of the ones you are looking for and decide that way. I can tell you I have not yet called customer service for my Nikon camera, but that Canon's customer service for my printer has been excellent. I can note with my Nikon camera if you do not hold the camera steady and there's any movement there's a blurred effect with it… So which means not the best for pulling out real fast and snapping a quick pic. Canon may be better quality overall. My Nikon camera for the price was fabulous, and pics are clear with an impressive screen when held steady. Canon is probally a better brand as far as reputation and their experience with being such a large company that makes many high quality products… The names more trusted I believe.

Both are excellent brands, and the top dogs in the consumer DSLR market. You can't go wrong with either. It's all personal preference anyway -- for example, ask a person who shoots with Nikon and most likely they'll say Nikon is better, and vice versa for people who use Canon.

For under $700 I would suggest the Canon Rebel T3 and Nikon D3100. Try both cameras out for yourself at a nearby camera/electronic store to decide which one is more comfortable for you to use.

Both Nikon & Canon make great entry level DSLR's at under $700.
The Nikon D3100 has a guide mode for novice photographers and is capable of very high quality images.
http://www.dpreview.com/...ikond3100/
The Canon T3 is a great value and has great feature.
http://www.dpreview.com/...neos1100D/

Both are capable and ready for your creative vision. The best one for you is the one that fits your hands and your style. Try both out in a camera shop before deciding. Check out the menus, the lenses, and how comfortable you feel "behind the wheel" of each. Also be aware that camera sales people (I used to be one) get points or perks for particular models or brands. Take their advice as advice, not gospel.

Now, I'm a Nikonian, and have been for 10 different SLR & DSLR's. Part of my loyalty is found in my huge investment in Nikon mount lenses. But I'm also a huge fan of their interfaces and design.

A Canon shooter can say similar things about their love/investment/choice. And we'd both be "right".

The most important opinion is your own.

I'm a Nikon guy, both companies make excellent DSLRS. Go to a store like Best Buy and try out the models you're interested in from Nikon and Canon. Compare and see which is easier for you once you get to menu.

Canon is the most popular on this web site. Nikon a close 2nd. But I prefer the Pentax, easier to see through. I purchased a Pentax Kx in December 2010 and love it. I especially like being able to buy lenses more reasonably due to the fact the stabilization is in the camera body rather than each lens. The Pentax Kx is now discontinued but there are a few left, check around. Or call Pentax for guidance.

www.pentaximaging.com 1-800-877-0155