Type of camera/lens/accesories : DSLR camera
Budget : Less than RM2000, preferably around RM1500?
Your Location : Penang
Preferable brand : Canon or Nikon
Type of photography u want to do : Landscape, portrait, still life
Any specific models in mind? : Not really...
Any specific features u want? : Not really XD

Well, I'm just a beginner in all these DSLR things so I don't know much.. >< But I thought I would ask in the forums before I go into a shop so I would know at least SOMETHING beforehand and you guys like really nice people to ask

My friend told me that she bought a Nikon D3100 (which seems to be rather popular in this thread too ) But I'm concerned about, well, there arent many Nikon centres in Penang, or so I heard. Because of that, I'm afraid if I buy a Nikon, and if I accidentally spoil it or anything, then it's hard to find a place to ask for help :'(

So maybe I was thinking of getting a Canon DSLR, but I don't know where to start! Any recommendations is greatly appreciated
Thanks!

What's the difference between Canon 1000D and Nikon D3100? Can you explain to me a little about the features for both the DSLRs? Which is better?

P/S. I don't know, but that's what I heard, they say that Canon's after-sales service is better and conveniently available...