The new entry-level DSLR Camera D40 just recently leaked. Today Nikon introduced officially the D40 and LetsGoDigital published already a full review of the new Nikon D40.

Quote from the review:
"Normally I'm not much impressed by entry-level models, but I really enjoyed testing the Nikon D40 SLR. It's not often that I'm this enthusiastic about a camera. It's a nice looking camera, wonderfully compact but still sturdy.
Above all, it's a great camera to operate, and produces fantastic pictures. The settings have a lot of possibilities, without being bewildering. If you are thinking about taking the step from a compact camera to a SLR, you should absolutely go for the D40. "
Read the full review. See also the nice sample photos taken with the D40. See also the Nikon D40 press-release. The price is supposed to be $599.