ok...so i got the go ahead from the dh to get a new camera

i can get the XS with lens kit for 499 or the xsi for 599.
this will be my first DSLR.
what do you think? i am leaning more towards the xs for 499 because i have my lenses from my film rebel that i can use and i am NOT trying to be a professional photographer

i just want a good solid camera.
what do you think?