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That lens is a nikon mount
Don't they work with both cameras?
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That lens is a nikon mount
^ no its brand specific...
Honestly, I own the 40D and its a GREAT camera. The only problem is that its a bit noisy... the shutter that is. If your taking a serious approach to photography, get the 40D. Trust me on this, even though there are only minor differences in the two, there will be situations where you will want to be able to do something that the XSi cant do that the 40D does. For example, the 40D shoots 6.5 FPS, top LCD (priceless), thumb wheel, more ISO settings, and that self cleaning sensor. Dont skimp on quality because of price... in some situations you can, but this is not one of them. If you have to wait a bit longer to save for the 40D, I would recommend you do.
If you already made up your mind, then the XSi is not a bad camera at all... And remember, like someone else mentioned, the lens is what makes the shot. The camera plays a role, but the lens and the lighting are key. The lens included with the D40 really isnt a bad lens at all, but it does make the camera a bit heavy.
I think there are a lot of people out there with our problem deciding about the 40d. I know I will not go wrong with it if I buy its just , trying to convince myself to pay that much. I dont want to spend more than 1,000 USD. They have plenty of options on ebay for 40d's with the canon 18-55 IS and all this other stuff with it (crap). so i will keep looking for a good price.
40D does have a metal chasis. The XXD is the line that's intended to be a step up from the Rebels. Whatever you do, don't bring MP into the equation. I have a 300D that I can very well still print off 30"x45" enlargements because I use a quality printer and edit to their specifications. It's 6mp. It's not my main camera, but I still threaten to bust it out just to shoot with the guys that have the really expensive gear.
Seriously go play with them. I had an XTI as well and after moving to the 30D, I don't really like shooting with the rebels. The XXD series has a top mount lcd and controls which allow you to change settings like ISO without going into the camera menu. You also have a scroll wheel which lets you change the aperture without having to hold down an additional button and use the shutter wheel to change it, like on the rebel line. They also have slightly faster AF, iirc. I don't know if they changed this on the XSI, but on the previous Rebels, you can only change ISO in full stop increments, so you're limited to 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, where as on the XXD series you can change it in 1/3 steps, which gives you a higher degree of control.
That's what the next step up in Canon's line up is about though, better control. And IQ will be the same. They both use the DIGIC III processor. Also, the XSI is the first camera in Canon's line up that only uses SD cards and doesn't accept CF, which every other current camera (unless the XS is out at the moment) takes CF cards.
It's up to you, but I like to reccomend the better body. You can always purchase the 40D without a lens and buy seperately. That or look at a 30D. They're going for about $700 new, iirc. That's a good deal.
Chances are, if you dont really know how the different features will help you, then you may never use them.