Canon and Nikon 35mm SLR's would be a good choice because you can find not only good used cameras, but good used lenses for them ... the added feature is that if you ever do purchase a DSLR, all the lenses you have will fit their matching DSLR body.
I have been using Canon 35mm cameras for about 30 years and, I did my research to compare the Canon XT vs. Nikon's D40. Then at the last minute I started looking at the Canon XTi & Nikon's D40x, well once again I picked the Canon. First because I nev...
Canon made some really great 35mm autofocus SLRs. If you want a really good, professional body, look at a Canon EOS 3. A little pricey still, even used. For a good camera that won't break your pocketbook, try the Canon EOS Elan 7NE. A lesser, but sti...