Oops, forgot to mention I don't need a printer, just want to be able to load them on the computer, and print from there.

I have a Canon PowerShot A630, VERY good camera, lots of shooting modes, swivel LCD and 8.0 mega pixel. Got it for right at 300 and i LOVE it!!!!

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-PowerSho...703667-2707160

I just searched shop.com...found the best price from a reputable store...got mine for under $275 shipped...

think the A530s can be had at Walmart for $175??

steved

I used to have a bookmark from a photography site that said the Cannon PowerShot 530 is rated very high. The pics it takes rivals pics of $2000 cameras. Cant find the link at the moment but will post it when/if I find it.

Ive got a Kodak 6 mp....pics are ok, but I do wish the colors were a little more vivid. Whatever you get, make sure it has a quality optical lens and dont believe any of the BS about digital zoom. You want as much optical zoom as you can afford. 10-12X is great if you dont mind spending the $. Id say 6X is the minimum I would consider.

You can also check out some of the camera review sites on the net....

http://www.dpreview.com/

First if you want to have clear pics. and a camera that will last stay with Canon, Nikon, or Olypmus theses three are the best cameras out there. You really don't want a camera with AA batteries they don't last very long even with the rechargable ones, Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery is what you want it'll get the job done. You probably want an LCD screen so you can preview your pics. after you take them and at least 5x megapixals.

And don't be afraid to buy a refurbished camera they still come with the factory warrenty and there $100-$200 Cheaper than a brand new model.

I'll find a few good ones for you so you can choose what you want and, I'll get ya a good deal to.:ok:

Jenny

not to knock ya missminded...but my SONY has RECHARGEABLE AA batteries...takes great pics. (camera is a dsc h2) 6mp 12x optical. the batter life is great.

Just bought the Panasonic Lumix FZ8, brand new model, wasn't even in stores yet. Real happy with it.
Heres some links;
http://reviews.cnet.com/Digital_came...-6501_7-0.html
http://www.wisetronics.com/product-p...&click%3D19395
http://www.lowpricedigital.com/item....ord=H5B_camera

How long can you have it on before you see the low battery sign on it with my canon it's about 2 hours thats w/o turning it off. and after you use those AA batteries for a while (recharging them several times) they won't hold there charge for as long.
Thats been my experience but I take alot of pictures.

Jenny

One more thing I forgot to mention - Ive read that all the best digital camera deals are online....

well I've got two sets of rechargeable...probably around 2hrs taking a bunch of pictures. and had it for over six months now and they still hold a good charge.