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So my D50 got the infamous 'err'. I spoke to Nikon and I need to send it in. From what I have read the cost to repair is around 400.

Now, it doesn't make sense to spend that much $ to fix an older camera. I am trying to decide between the D80, the D200, or even the D40x.

I am appealing to the knowledge base here for suggestions. I am not a pro. I take pics of the family, the dogs playing, the occasional car race.

I do like the pre determined programs that the 50 had and the 40/80 have. I guess the 200 does not.

Would a non pro see the difference in performance, since the cost is such a large jump?

thanks for all of the opinions.

PS I am sticking with Nikon b/c all of my lenses are Nikon.