kevin get her a Nikon D40 or D60, if u and here are new to photography theres no reason to go and purchase a D90. she doesnt even know where to start, personally i feel the D40 with the kit lens is a great camera for a beginer. ive had my D40 a little over a year and still havent mastered all its functions. a D90 has a bunch of functions and i believe it does video aswell (not sure on the video though)

u can find a D40 or D60 all day on craigs list in ur price range.