I add to my requirements (which I found elsewhere) the following:

My main requirements for the camera are are:
Minimum - 5 megapixels.
Must have a good quality lens
Must take crisp and good quality shots in Auto mode.
Must have minimun blurring around the edges of the photo.
Must have a self timer.
Must be able to be mounted on a tripod.
Must have reasonable battery life.
Anti-camera shake feature would be nice but not essential.

ANY ASSISTANCE WOULD BE GREAT. THANKS.

Bj

"Bj" <bja45188@bigpond.net.au> wrote in message 
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> Hi
>
> I am about to purchase a digital camera and seek advice.
> Currently I have a Canon Eos with zoom (35mm).
>
> Specific requirements would be:
> - sharp photographs
> - varied zoom options
> - lense shutter that closes (semi weather proof)
> - compact & light for travel purposes
> - high resolution (5, 6 pixel)
> - user friendly
> - Powerful flash (as my canon eos has major flash problems)
>
> AIM
> I wish to be able to use pics for 'Windows Movie Maker' adding audio, to 
> create slideshows.
>
> Pls excuse my non-technical description.
>
> Advice sought on digital camera's (brands) available tried and tested 
> would be EXCELLENT.
>
> Bj
>