Fujifilm FinePix S1730

We originally wanted a SLR camera, but we were unsure if we would really know how to use it. After spending endless hours searching the market we decided this was an excellent bridging camera. Another reason I picked the S1730 was because I wanted a digital camera that not only had the digital screen but also had a view finder. The view finder has become invaluable, especially on summer days when it has been impossible to see the screen.

The picture quality is very good and there is an excellent range of features. I particularly like the continuous shooting feature, having a young child it has been excellent for capturing the perfect picture. Also the panoramic feature is very easy to use.

I think my only two dislikes are, that it takes 4 AA batteries, so even though I use rechargeables I always have to take 4 spare with me, but i do like to take a lot of pictures so they do last. And it does weigh a lot once the batteries are in, but compared to al SLR its probably much lighter.
I bought this camera from Argos, it is only sold at Argos, and cost £155.

All in all its a very good camera, especially for the money and I would highly recomend it.