You can add Pentax and Sony too, and you might even consider not buying a DSLR, but an ILC by Olympus, Panasonic, Samsung, or Sony. What do you want a camera for? If you have a camera, what does it lack? Do you intend to do your own processing? Is video important?
I plan on making a purchase this weekend,
not sure which camera to purchase, not wanting to spend over 1500. This is just a hobby to me, I enjoy taking pictures,would appreciate any feedback.

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