Quote Originally Posted by JohnNJ View Post
My recommendation, based on your experience level and intended use, would be to stay away from a digital SLR. You'll get more use and have better results with a high end SLR type camera.

One to look at is the Canon PowerShot SX10 IS for $349.

JohnNJ
I disagree.

The D40 (and D60 for that matter) are made for beginners and are extremely easy to use. DSLRs have complete automatic settings; all you do is zoom in, zoom out and click.