D90 or D300 advice needed

[missdani]

I would like to get a new camera and cannot decide which one would be best. I mostly shoot people, but also enjoy some landscape. I now have a D70 and getting more and more frustrated with its metering,and small LCD. I am not a pro (obviously) and know a "better" camera is not going to make a better photo. I do not care about the movie ability so would not be interested in the 300s. Any advice I would appreciated. Thank you in advance.

[outamyway]

I know a local photographer that is switching to Canon FF and is selling his D90 for $700.

He's only had nice things to say about it. I shoot a D300s and of course I love it but I also loved my D80 so if it falls between the 2 I'd say a D90 would be a great choice.

[Almond.Butterscotch]

Well, I know you say you're comparing D90/D300s, but the D300 (not s) can be had for just around $1k (D90 price +/-) on eBay, Craigslist, and at UsedCameras

*Note: UsedCameras has one available in "Excellent" condition for just over $1k right now

[RyanS]

Originally Posted by Almond.Butterscotch

Well, I know you say you're comparing D90/D300s, but the D300 (not s) can be had for just around $1k (D90 price +/-) on eBay, Craigslist, and at UsedCameras

*Note: UsedCameras has one available in "Excellent" condition for just over $1k right now

I know that it's location dependent, but here in DC D90's are going regularly for $700 or so on CL, whereas the the only D300 (not s) that I've seen under $1000-$1200 was in poor shape (all the rubber grips were coming off).

I have a D90, my good friend just bought a D300 (the one I mentioned above, he threw some gaffer tape on it and it works like a champ) - coming from a D70, I'd say go for the D90. I was able to pick my D90 up and start using it relatively easily (I came from a D60), but his D300 still feels like an alien camera in my hands, all of the controls seem to be different.

[missdani]

Thanks everyone for the replies. I also wondered if it would be "easier" to move to the D90. I have read good reviews, and the menus and controls do seem easy to navigate. I appreciate the input!

[Almond.Butterscotch]

It is, essentially, the same camera, just with newer technology. If you're happy with your D70 physically speaking (i.e. in your hands, controls, etc.), then the D90 should be good for you.