Looking for a good entry camera with two choices

[Scyxx]

For several years I've been wanting to step up from our old point and shoot camera. I have some sky miles that I need to get rid of before they expire and I see two cameras that I can get. My options are:

Canon EOS Rebel T5 EF-S 18-55mm IS II Digital SLR Kit

Or

Sony SLT-A58K Digital SLR Kit with 18-55mm Zoom Lens, 20.1MP SLR Camera

I've been reading on both of them and they seem very close, so given my experience level of this being my first DSLR camera I imagine I can't really go wrong with either. But I'm curious what the recommendation would be from those with knowledge of these cameras?

Thanks for your time!
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