which camera should I get?

If it's considerably cheaper than the Z1015, I go for the Kodak Z1012 IS. Tested out real well in Dec'08 Consumer Reports. I'd also look on line for a good price such as Beach Camera, B&H Photo, Adorama. Abe's of Maine and Amazon.com

PS image quality not as good in the Fuji S1000fd as the Kodak Z1012 IS.

if you buy the kodaks

they have firmware updates to install

plus you have to spend $40 on rechargeable batteries

I have read bad things about the fuji

All of the major brands are good. Choose a brand that appeals to you. Then you have to think about getting a spare battery, what size memory card, if you want an extended warranty, how much you can afford, what size zoom, if you want manual controls, the size of the camera, finding a reliable place to purchase it, and the list goes on and on and on.......

The first thing to realize is that almost any digital camera will take good pictures. If more people would read the manual more than once, they would be able to take better pictures. Usually, the person assumes it is the camera when it could be them not knowing exactly what to do. Just give yourself more photographic knowledge by doing more reading on the internet.

I really believe buying a camera is an individual choice.

The person needs to read alot of reviews on cameras so they can decide on the features that they really want and need.

Go to the store and hold them so you can see if they feel comfortable in your hands. If possible, take some pictures in the store to check the quality of the pictures.

I can only give a suggestion of what to look for in a new digital camera.

Good Luck

my suggestion

go to this link for help

http://reviews.cnet.com/digital-camera-buying-guid...

get the fuji F100fd, it's best in that price range.

Look in http://www.dpreview.com/

they have posted an X-Mas series of camera tests for budget,premium,ultra compact and enthusiast series.

Your camera price range is the premium category

i have the very same camera its very nice if u ask me