Digital SLR Camera

[Bronco]

I was thinking of buying a new SLR, I have a big interest in photographing. I haven't had SLR before, only a standard digital camera. If you have any guides or tips on good SLR Cameras please post them to me

I'm thinking of buying a camera for 700-1500$ maximum.

[anyer]

in that price range, there will be a lot of selections and accessories. well, it depends on what purpose you want to use it.
abbler,
Resolution: 6 or 8 megapixels
Ruggedness: Any
Frame rate: 2fps to 3fps
Burst depth: 5 to 6 shots
AF speed and tracking: Low end to midlevel
Also look for: Good image histogram; compact body smaller than 24 ounces; lightweight zoom lenses

Documentary, travel, or wildlife photographer
Resolution: 10 megapixels and greater
Ruggedness: Metal or hybrid metal/polycarbonate body
Frame rate: 3fps or faster
Burst depth: 20 to 40 shots
AF speed and tracking: Midlevel to top-notch
Also look for: Simultaneous raw-plus-JPEG capture; excellent vertical orientation controls; tethered-operation capability; solid image histogram; flexible white-balance controls; high-quality raw-conversion software; comprehensive viewfinder information display; comprehensive flash control features; strong battery life; lightweight body and lenses for trekking in the wilderness