Digital cameras forum: Which camera: Nikon d70s vs Canon Rebel 350d

It will be hard to decide at this point as the D70s is so new and there are very few in the hands of real people.

I have not even found a review of the D70s.

You may want to wait until more real world information is available.

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The Canon comes with the software needed to process raw image files, and Photoshop will support the Canon raw files.

Nikon charges extra for this software, and they encrypt their raw format in an attempt to keep products like Photoshop from using them. In other words, they're trying to lock up your image.

I own Rebel XT and I'm still learning to use it effectively(2 months).
If you do get XT, be aware of the DUST issue on the digital sensore. The same problem with all digital SLRs, except FUJI. They have a trick that shakes the dust off, plus it's sealed better.
I just discovered a few pieces of dust in the viewfinder. I'm not sure yet, where the exact location of the dust - on the lens, inside on the sensor, or in the vewfinder.
The less you cange lenses, the better.
I have the same kit lens, 18-55, still on, haven't changed.
And when/if you get the camera, and it will be a kit which includes a lens, then when you install the lens, read carefully how to do that. Read few times, while the body of the camera has a cup on the lens ring. Also, clean the table in the kitchen with wet cloth, and wait a while until the dust settles, and then open the cup, while holding the camera facing down, and put on the lens.
there are few ways to clean the sensor with different tools.
All this makes me very mad, after spending so much money and having this stupid issue not covered by Canon engineers.
So, my advise, check well what you prefer - headaches or peace of mind.
I have a Powershot A10 and A80 and they produce stunning images. A95 - the same.
Depends what you want to do with a camera.
If it's a serious hobby, then ok, go ahead.
But if it's weekend shooting here and there, then save yourself money and troubles, and get any Powershot. As a matter of fact , you can have the same 8MPx on a powershot.