I'm very happy with my Canon EOS 60D. I mostly use an 18-200mm lens with it. Of course, lens choice is somewhat dependent on what you plan to take pictures of. For example, on Christmas Day, I used a 28-80mm zoom because I wanted a smaller (physically lens). Taking pics of grand-daughters (5 and 2 years), it worked well. But the 18-200 would have good too.
Have you used an SLR before? Most people don't want to learn to use an SLR.
Do you have any accessories left over from a prior SLR? If they will work with new DSLR, then you probably should stick with that brand.
Do you wish to take in-camera panoramic pictures? I think the Sony DSLRs are the ones that do this best, but I haven't paid attention over the last couple of years.
Do you have large hands or small hands? Large hands, my 60D is fine. If you have smaller hands, you may find a smaller camera to be more comfortable, eg the Canon T5i.
BTW, I have no personal experience with Nikon DSLRs, and Nikon certainly has enjoyed a good reputation for many years. However, I know someone (slightly) who has had bad experiences with Nikon DSLRs. One body failed on holiday, so he bought another, and it failed in a few months. Bad luck? Or something to avoid? My original Canon Digital Rebel (I think about 8 years old) still works fine, and other folks I know still have working older cameras. Unfortunately, I don't know that many with Nikons.
Steve
