RE; in my opinion,, a least 2 megapixel,and at least 3x physical zoom,the more zoom the better for shots such as outside at the park,if you plan to use it as a tool then close-up macro is also very important for shots such as underneath a cars dashboard.I am haveing excellant luck with a small nikon so far,but I will get more zoom next time on 11/27/02 11:40 PM, Jane Sprando at janesprando at msn.com wrote: > My family wants to give me a digital camera for Christmas, but I know > nothing about them. > > I need your comments and opinions on what a good camera have/not have. > Thanks. > > jane >