I want to find a basic digicam that diesn't cost much and that will let me post snapshots on the Web; e-mail them to friends; print them in small sizes (4x6 or smaller) on my inexpensive, multipurpose inkjet printer; and get me up and running quickly without requiring me to read the manual.
I want a camera that will satisfy me for a few years.

• Resolution 3 megapixels or greater
• Lens type Fixed (between 38mm and 55mm, 35mm equivalent) or zoom (range at least encompassing 38mm to 76mm, 35mm equivalent)
• Storage media Internal memory, CompactFlash Type I, Memory Stick, xD-Picture Card, or Secure Digital/MultiMediaCard
• Photo file format JPEG
• Interfaces USB, NTSC/PAL television connection
• Exposure controlsAutomatic, exposure compensation (for tweaking the automatic exposure)
• Focus controls Autofocus or fixed focus
• Flash modes Automatic, fill, red-eye reduction
• Software Basic photo editor
• Cool features to look for Webcam capabilities, automatic scene modes,
• continuous-shooting mode, autofocus assist lamp