Get the Canon EOS 20D 8.2MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens for $1,700 - $320 - $100 rebate = $1,280 at Amazon (exp 1/15). With an all-new 8.2 MP CMOS Sensor, a 0.2 second start-up time and 5 fps performance for up to 23 consecutive frames, this camera has been designed to capture richly detailed, perfectly exposed images with speed formerly found only in cameras several times the price.
As mentioned recently (regarding the EOS Digital Rebel XT), Canon has a unique rebate offer which can save you even more money. Buy the EOS 20D plus another qualifying item to double the rebates on both items; add a third to triple the rebates on all three. See the list of qualifying Canon digital SLR cameras and accessories. Save up to $600 by stacking these rebates. This deal also gives you access to free postersize prints from Shutterfly. Plus, this item ships for free.