Hey Everyone!
Currently I own a nice 35mm SLR camera, the Minolta 707si. (Japan version) It is time to go digital. I am in the process of writing a book and need to take quality pictures to add to the pages. Most of my photography with be done through glass or acrylic of marine organisms. The question is, which of the 2 cameras above is the best bang for the buck. After reviewing Canon's web site both have the same CMOS chip and many of the same features with the major exception being the live view and additional storage on the 40D. Since I am a beginner many of the bells and whistles I will probably never use. Mostly white balance and the normal manual adjustments. So is the 40D worth the extra $700. I can use that money to buy a couple nice lenses for the rebel body.... Thanks in advance....