So many great deals on SLRs, especially when you are buying fresh and not concerned about compatibility with existing glass. I shoot Canon because I have a ridiculous amount of money invested in EF lenses. I like the products anyway - I own an older 40D that will go into the box with me and a kinda newer T2i (lighter and mostly for vacationing). I have been tempted several times to buy a Pentax K-5. I think it is amazing - full weather sealing, great image quality, and access to ALL of Pentax K-Mount lenses going back to the 70s (all found cheaply on the 'bay).

I am also a huge fan of buying refurb from reputable places like Adorama, B&H, and KEH. I paid retail once and have since bought 5 cameras as refurbs for a fraction of the cost and no duds so far. Anyway, good luck in whatever DSLR you pick and post pictures.