First time DSLR owner...help!

I'm planning on buying my first DSLR around the holidays, and I have no idea what to look for in a camera, as I am brand-new to the DSLR scene.
I'm looking for something that I can grow into as I learn more about photography, etc, and preferably be under $750. I am really looking for the best value for the money, and something that takes sharp and detailed pictures of everything...sports, nature, city scenes, family events...
If someone could also give me a brief crash-course in all the terms and things related with these cameras, it would be very much appreciated
The three cameras that I've looked at: (Can someone highlight the main differences between the three for me? Much appreciated!
Canon Rebel T1i- (http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Canon+-+EOS+Digital+Rebel+T1i+15.1-Megapixel+Digital+SLR+Camera+-+Black/...)
Nikon D5000- (http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Nikon+-+12.3-Megapixel+D5000+Digital+SLR+Camera+-+Black/9311755.p?id=121...)
Nikon D3100- (http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Nikon+-+D3100+14.2-Megapixel+Digital+SLR+Camera+-+Black/1222817.p?id=121...)
Thank you for your time!

Hi oliviaaa06,
Thanks for reaching out to us on this! I remember when I
purchased my first SLR, and I can understand that this can be an intimidating
prospect. With Canon or Nikon DSLRs you really can’t go wrong no matter what
model you end up getting, but I can say that I personally feel like Nikon has
the slight upper-hand when it comes to entry level DSLRs.
All three of the models you have listed are very close in
specifications and build quality, and the lens lineup for both Canon and Nikon
are very comprehensive. The Canon T1i and the Nikon D3100 are the pure entry
level DSLRs for Canon and Nikon, while the Nikon D5000 is one step above the
entry level camera that was available from Nikon when it was released (the
Nikon D3000).
If the video capability is important to you I feel like
the T1i and the D3100 have the advantage over the D5000. The T1i has a much
higher resolution LCD that the two Nikon models. The D5000 will have a slightly
better build quality.
The Canon T1i takes the highest resolution images, the
D3100 produces slightly lower resolution, and the D5000 captures the lowest
resolution images out of these three models. With that said when it comes to
the number of pixels a DSLR is capable of more is not always better. The more
pixels you squeeze into a specific sensor area the harder it is to produce a
camera that does well in low-light situations. The D5000 has the advantage if
low-light photography is something you feel like your new DSLR will be used
for.
As far as giving you a crash course in the terms related to DSLR cameras I could do
that here, but I have already done this in my thread “Digital Camera tips part
2” that is floated to the top of this board. I would suggest reading through
all the threads floated at the top of this board to get a better understanding
of DSLRs (and photography in general).
I hope this helps!
Allan|Senior Social Media Specialist | Best Buy® Corporate
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