Hello, I need to buy a digital SLR for work but don't know much about them. It will be used for indoor photography, press-style (person at a podium, people in a group, etc). It must resolve the complaint that the current digital point-and-shoot "was too shaky/blurry" indoors. I interpret that as, the new camera needs better automatic settings to adjust to the light, focus, depth of field, etc.

Can any of you smart camera users recommend buying points for an easy-to-use DSLR with good manual features which can be handled well automatically? Are there specific lenses/flashes for indoor press-style photos? I'll even ask if you can recommend a specific camera and lenses for such a task.

I've been intimidated by these big cameras, but now I'll get the chance to learn more about them. Thanks for your help.