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Looks better than the Nikon at least price wise - wonder how the two will compare performance wise. In general Nikon is a brand I would avoid in USA due to warranty horror stories and refusal to repair grey items (even if you are willing to pay cost of repair). Canon has always treated me well. What I say about Nikon is mostly what I read as I've never owned a nikon but i have owned consumer canon camera in the past and support was always willing to answer my questions promptly and in great detail (never used their repair service). I mention USA because different regions have different support experience with different brands.