Getting my First SLR

[bioload]

I've finally saved up enough airmiles and would just like some thoughts on the Canon EOS Digital Rebel T1i with 18-55 IS Lens Kit. Does anyone have any experience with the camera? My other option would be a Nikon 3000 that's slightly less.

Airmiles originally had the T2i, but have since removed from their site :sad2:

http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/canoneos500d/

 

[t0p_sh0tta]

Is this just an upgrade from a point and shoot or are you looking to take the hobby seriously?

I only ask because I started with Nikon and switched to Canon a few years ago (40D, and maybe a 5DMK2 soon). I GREATLY prefer the autofocus on Nikon's offerings. Canon's AF is decent, and definitely gets better as you go up in price ($2k+), but my entry level Nikon's AF was ALWAYS spot on. I've tried many different lenses and bodies, but I still remain partial to Nikon for this reason.