I like the Samsung SL620 12.2 MP Digital Camera.
I have to admit, the first time I saw the Samsung SL620 on-line, I wasn't exactly blown away. I mean, it looks nice enough, and the 3" LCD screen is bigger than the screens on most other cameras in its class. But to tell the truth, it seemed a little boring. So I passed on it.
Instead, I ordered a Nikon Coolpix S230 - on the surface, a much sexier camera. 3" LCD TOUCH SCREEN, the ability to write on photographs with the included stylus, this was the exciting technology I was looking for. Right?
Wrong. It turned out the Coolpix S230 was a complete dud (see my review of that camera for more details). I ended up sending it back.
When I did, I decided to take another look at the SL620 - best thing I could've done! This camera takes the clearest pictures you can imagine. The level of detail in each shot is incredible. And that doesn't just apply to the still camera. The video on this thing is fantastic as well (the audio isn't always as loud as I'd like, but that warrants a minor gripe at best).
It also has cool features like Smile Detection, which actually waits for the subject of the photo to smile before snapping the shot, and Dual Image Stabilization, which reduces the blur caused by a user's hand shaking. It offers several shooting modes - including "Smart Auto," which takes all the work out of getting the perfect photograph - and a 5X optical zoom.
Trust me, people may not ooh and ahh when you first pull the SL620 out to take a picture, but they will when they see the photos it takes. And for the price, this camera can't be beat. I'm in love with mine and you will be, too! Buy it.