i sell Nikons, Canons and that Olympus. the Nikon and Canon are BY FAR more popular cameras and appear to be better quality. that's why Olympus gives you the extra lens, for a cheaper price.
there are two types of camera people in this world, Canon people and Nikon people. its like going to two different stereo shops, both will tend to have completely different opinions. the Canon people say that all the kits come with crap lenses (crap for people who are REALLY into cameras) while i havent heard this from the Nikon gang. most people will say though that they are quite equal and excellent purchases, while adding why their brand is juuuust a little bit better.
I can hook you up with a great deal on either of these if you like. i recently sold one to Pre98(iirc) who took it to SZ06. PM me if youre interested...
