im in the same position and getting my first dslr soon, what alot of guys have said to me is go to a shop and get them in your hand and see how it feels.

im in the same position and getting my first dslr soon, what alot of guys have said to me is go to a shop and get them in your hand and see how it feels.
Do you know anyone else with a Canon or Nikon dSLR, as it can be useful having knowledge, experience and/or compatible kit to borrow, even if it's just to try out something before you buy.