Attached Link: a good buying guide article to read

i started with the Olympus4000.. but then i dropped it :( 4 mgpx is certainly sufficent enough & less then $300 now.. unless you plan on making large prints for comprehensive listings & reviews- www.dpreview.com www.steves-digicams.com www.imaging-resource.com www.cnet.com -review & compare prices do check what ebay has to offer, & camera stores for used cams or better yet factory refurbished