Yes. The main practical advantage of Canon and Nikon entry-level DSLRs is ecosystem depth. They generally have wider third-party support for lenses, flashes, triggers, cables, adapters, and other accessories, which can mean more choice and lower-cost options.

They also tend to offer a smoother upgrade path: if you later move from entry-level to enthusiast or professional bodies, many lenses, flashes, and general system knowledge carry over. That matters if you think you may grow into more advanced gear.

That said, at the entry level, image quality and core capability are often strong across brands. If your focus is learning composition and technique and you do not expect to build out a larger system soon, Canon/Nikon may not give you a huge day-one advantage beyond broader accessory availability. One tradeoff mentioned is that the "big two" may cost a bit more for similar features.

So the short version is: choose Canon/Nikon if you value cheap, abundant accessories and a strong long-term system path; choose whatever feels best to use if your needs are simple and you are staying with a basic kit for a while.