Nikon D40 vs. Sony DSLR-A200K help!?

Question

I have already asked for recommendations on a new camera and have narrowed it down to 2 choices:

The sony DSLR A200K

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sony-DSLR-A200K-Digital-18-70mm-F3-5-5-6/dp/B0011U9U9A/ref=pd_cp_ce_1?pf_rd_p=136153791&pf_rd_s=center-41&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B000KIX65S&pf_rd_m=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pf_rd_r=0QN65ZTZDJS0VG30KPGW

or the Nikon D40

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Nikon-D40-Digital-SLR-Camera/dp/B000KIX65S/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1220224380&sr=8-1

both have the lens kit i was after and are within my price range (almost) but which one to choose, i need an opinion from someone who knows what they are on about. thanks in advance

Answer 1

Buy the Sony and here is why, Sony has the image stabilization on the body not the lens.Every lens you mount will be stabilized. Price a Nikon stabilized lens. It costs more a lot more. The Sony is also a newer model,digital camera's become dated in design after a pretty brief time.They both are good camera's,just Sony offers more bang for the buck.

Answer 2

d40

go to kenrockwell.com to find out more about it

Answer 3

I've had a D40 for about 2 years. It was my first digital when I switched from film. Dollar for dollar I think you get more value and quality with the D40 than any camera out there. I now also have a D300 and it is a better camera but it also was much more expensive. The D40 will consitently give you clear pictures with good color in a body that has easy to find and use controls and is very light. I don't think you would ever regret getting it