All such cameras come with manual controls.
However you do not have to use the manual controls, just put the camera in Auto and it thinks it is a point-and-shoot camera.
There are some cameras with 8 megapixels, but those will cost from $600 to $900.
Here are you choices:
Canon S2-IS (5meg - 12X zoom) Available in June
Konica Minolta Z3 (4 meg - 12X)
Konica Minolta Z5 (5 meg - 12X)
Panasonic FZ-4 (4 meg - 12X)
Panasonic FZ-5 and FZ20 (5 meg - 12X)
Sony H1 (5 meg - 12X) Announced but not available yet
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Hi Camera buffs,
I want to buy a point and shoot digital camera to celebrate the birth of my third child but I'm totally overwhelmed by all the options out there. Basically, all I'm looking for is an excellent quality automatic point and shoot digital with a great zoom lens that isn't too complicated. I'll be photographing my kids and want a camera that's easy to use so I don't want to fuss with manual options and such. I just want something that takes clear, great quality snapshots. Can I get some recommendations for cameras that are 4 megapixels or greater that fulfill my basic needs? I also prefer ones that have good stability control so I'm not necessarily looking for the most compact camera out there. I don't mind if it's a bit bulky... I tend to do better with slightly bigger frames that are less shake prone.
Thanks in advance!
Kim

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