Quote Originally Posted by Sebastian
I think looking at these two cameras and nothing else is short-sighted.
I kinda agree here. However, both companies continue to come out with new products that make you wonder if maybe you should switch. It's hard, and almost pointless, to look at a snapshot of the lenses, flash systems and accessories that are available and predict what will be available even a few years from now. Both companies have a long history of supplying top pros, and I don't think you'll go wrong with either.

Here's my scenario: As a Nikon shooter, I look at the new Canon 1D Mark II and it's got about everything I want in a DSLR. I don't think I need more than 8mp of resolution - I've got nice large prints from my 6mp Fuji S2. Problem is, the Fuji isn't the greatest with moving subjects and shoe-mounted flash isn't as perfect as 35mm Nikon TTL used to be. I looked at the Nikon D2H which is only 4mp but prints of equal quality. It's great with autofocus and much improved with flash (of course have to buy new flashes too). The high iso noise isn't any better (maybe worse although I haven't done a side-by-side comparison) than what I'm shooting now - although the Fuji is great here at 800. So, I'll wait to see what the Nikon D2X brings.

I'm not ready to buy one of these now anyway, probably next year. If the D2X is a dud, then maybe I'll re-consider Canon - I thought about buying a 10D when I bought my DSLR a year ago, then building a system separate from my 35mm stuff. Hard to tell what the future will hold - both in terms of what manufacturers offer, and what your needs will be as a shooter.