Seems Deb's found a solution and rather than start a new thread perhaps this is as good a place to start as any?
My criteria AA, point and shoot, flat pocket-able point and shoot cam under $200. Now I've found a lot of interesting possibilities within the price range but most I've considered don't fall into the pocket carry category. Sooner or later I will buy a large camera with extra features out of simple desire but my immediate need is for a camera similar in size and features to my current clunker which will soon become the tackle box camera or random work truck spare. It's a 10 megapixel General Electric branded made in China. It has been a decent camera for what it is and my uses but I would like to work my way into a camera brand camera with a little more "oomph". It was a gift and it works, no cash or trade value, I'll use it until it dies (and if nothing else it has been reliable).
My uses are as general as anyone else, I am not a photographer nor do I aspire to be. But I do desire a better camera.
Considering yet another sub $100 unit, the Nikon Coolpix S3600 @99 bucks . I figure at that price point it's no major loss if it breaks or gets damaged. Obviously most cameras under a few thousand dollars aren't cost effectively repaired. Doubling my budget offers so much more, but I need a back pocket camera most of all.
Curious about opinions / experience with general purpose pocket size cameras of recent manufacture.
Any input appreciated!
