We just bought our first digital camera. We chose the Kodak Easyshare DX7590[$440.00]. We chose it for several reasons. It had a fast shutter speed for quick shots of sports [we tested a number of them]. It has a 10 optical zoom, and 5 megapixels. So far we really like it. It has a new chip in it that gives great color. We printed a photo we took in the store from it and some other cameras, and the new Kodak chip gave the best colors of all.
I'm looking for a new digital camera and (like many people) am more confused the more reviews I read. I have been using a Kodak 2.0mp with 3x optical zoom for 4 years and have been happy with it. I would like to upgrade to something with more optical zoom and less shutter lag time. Video capability would be nice too. I am hoping to spend $300-400. Most of the pictures I take are of my children who seem to move very fast when a camera is pointed at them! Any suggestions (about cameras, not about fast moving children) would be appreciated,
Cindy

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