Hey everyone! So I've been trying to get into photography again. I really miss it, not going to lie. My point-and-shoot is nice, but it's not the same as an SLR. I love my SLR camera. It's seriously amazing, I love what comes out of it. Problem is, it's film.

Film is fun, I love the details I can get out of it if I print by hand. But that's the problem. Developing is expensive, printing is expensive, and film itself is expensive. Plus, I have to wait before I can see them/share them.

I'd love to have it be faster, with the same control and detail and quality that my film gives me. Quality in film comes from how you set up the shot and how you work the light. All of that can go down the drain with a shitty camera. Cameras aren't everything, but they help.

I'm looking at a few cameras that are somewhat in my price range by Christmas. Anyone know anything about Canon, or Nikon? Any suggestions on brand and model numbers? Don't worry about the price of the ones you suggest. I'm just looking for reviews and preferences for camera types and what you suggest looking for.

I'm trying to switch from film to digital, so any "this camera doesn't have this," or "this camera does this without you wanting it to" is helpful!