Quote (hestJaevel @ Jun 10 2010 02:43pm)
I have the d3000 and I like the camera

It offers plenty for the money it costs.
If d5000 is within your range, I'd go for that

this

i have the same, but before you buy a camera, look at possible lens upgrades you would like to get.
i know nikon glass can get pretty expensive, so if thats an issue, maybe go for something else