i had the original digital rebel d300. Liked it, but the auto focus died on it....luckily, i was able to return the camera and now find my self in a funny situation. I have read a lot about the close comparison of the d20 and the new rebel. The d20 seems to shoot a bit faster, process faster, and has a more rigid feel (which is important)....however, at close to 450$ difference, the new rebel seems to classify in a new rank much similar to the d20. I still have the battery grip from my original rebel, of which i am sure is useless now? Would love to hear that it would fit the d20 but i won't hold my breath on that. As well, i have a spare battery which would fit the d20...The new rebel seems like starting over....but all said, is the d20 really worth the difference? Anyone have first hand knowlege on this? Would getting the new rebel be a better decision or a step backward?

thanks all