I want a camera that's easy to use but that I can grow into if I get hooked on digital photography.
I want to be able to print good-looking photos at sizes smaller than 810 inches on my inexpensive inkjet printer, but I'd like prints that will look OK if I decide to print larger or get a better printer.
I want to spend a reasonable amount of money.

• Resolution 4 megapixels or greater
• Lens type Zoom (range encompassing at least 34mm to 136mm, 35mm equivalent)
• Storage media Internal memory, CompactFlash, Memory Stick, xD-Picture Card, or Secure Digital/MultiMediaCard
• Photo file format JPEG, TIFF, RAW
• Interfaces USB, NTSC/PAL television connection
• Exposure controls Automatic, aperture- and shutter-priority, manual, choice of metering modes, autobracketing
• Focus controls Automatic, manual
• Flash modes Automatic, fill, slow sync
• Software Midrange photo editor
• Multimedia Video-clip recording with sound
• Cool features to look for Remote control, dynamic histogram display, compatibility with lens converters and accessories; built-in help features