Either of those cameras are a good choice.
Another is the Fujifilm S1500.
http://www.steves-digicams.com/camera-reviews/fujifilm/finepix-s1500-zoom/fujifilm-finepix-s1500-zoom-review.html
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I am going to be spending the next few months in the Amazon Jungle. I will only have access to electricity every 2 weeks, so I need a good digital camera that uses AA batteries, preferably for under $200 but I can spend a little more if necessary. The only 2 that I have found which seem to be good are the Kodak Z 915 and Canon A1100. Any suggestions on these two or others? Thanks!

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