Nikon D90 SLR or Nikon D5000?

An amateur photographer has a difficult time deciding which camera to buy, the Nikon D90 or the upcoming Nikon D5000? The former has already wowed many photographers with its superb features. But many claim the D5000 would be much better.

Here is the predicament of the troubled photographer: Would you buy the D() right now or wait until the first week of May for the D5000? Read on to know what other enthusiasts say about this camera:

Cloudy: Definitely, the D90 is way better compared to the D5000. You have to buy it now before the price shoots up. I am warning you, the D90 price is shooting up real fast.

hockey_guy: If the D5000 maintains its $799 selling price, I must say that the D90 features are worth the extra dollars. Additionally, the D90 has the sub command dial feature, which is very important particularly when you shoot manually.

Mark Stein: It appears that the D5000 is an entry-level camera; the D90, on the other hand, is suited for more serious enthusiast photographers. The D5000 is only a couple of hundred bucks cheaper than a D90. Considering the price and specs, the D90 is a better camera for a bit more dollars.

Skittles: The D90 screen (3-in 920 HD video) is a winner. What more could you ask for?

Happypup: The Nikon D5000 is an upcoming camera, so many people are all hyped up about this baby. If you really need to get a DSLR now, then but the Nikon D90. But if you do not need one at the moment. Wait a bit and know when the camera comes out, check if there are problems, and make a wise decision a month after the release of the camera.

Markinvictoria: I have had my D90 for 2 days now. Reading the D5000 features, I am happy I bought the D90. I am happy with the built in focus motor, commander mode, high resolution LCD, etc.