Recently a person at the workplace asked which compact digital camera would be best.  They are not serious photographers but want convenient snapshots as they travel.

This question of "best camera" cannot be answered by a second or third person but some basic considerations may be offered.

I offered simple advice:  Make sure the camera has a view finder if you plan on using one;  many compact cameras do not offer a viewfinder.    If you plan to use the led screen put out the extra $20 for a sun shield so you can actually see the led view when the sun is behind you.

Go to a reputable dealer and actually try the camera..see how it fits you hands, how easy or difficult are the controls, etc.    See if the zoom is ok for you.   You might find the extra long extending zooms on some models are more than needed. Try the macro fuction, optical I mean and not digitally aided.    Some are better than others.

Anyway, they got a nice little Nikon compact with a sunshade and love it...