Quote Originally Posted by spopepro View Post
The one legit frustration I've run into with the D70s is low light situations. Unless someone's holding out on me, 2k is about what it takes for a full frame sensor; the prosumer stuff is all APS-C, which is awesome, but is ultimately the same as what I have. Maybe canon is cheaper, but I have nice nikon glass.
I think you'll find the D300s does much better than the D70 in high ISO situations (I've owned both). A new D300s is under 2K, but I'd pick up a used body as photographers are trading them in for the newer full frame options. I've seen them for as low as $650 or so in like-new condition on KEH.