[golux]

I am still shooting with a D40 - my first DSLR. Prior to this I was an OM4/4T (Olympus) geek until moving over to Nikon, basically for the sake of one lens. My favorite body of all time is the FE, followed by the F3 variants.

In any case I mention this because I would appreciate any recommendations. I would like to buy a USED camera and spend less than a grand. I tend to shoot in very low light conditions, and can't stand flashes.

As always SNIPER thanks for your regular dose of inspiration.

[moonhawk]

You should be able to find a good used D7000 for under a grand easy.

16 megapixels and handles like a dream. One of my favorites. I just sold mine. It’s DX too, so it will use all the lenses your D40 does. You’ll have a hard time stepping up to FX in that price range, but you could get lucky.

My first Nikon was an F3 HP. I miss it it, but not messing with film. there are still some hold outs that prefer film, though.

A good site for camera reviews and general photo advice is Ken Rockwell.com

Good luck.