Thread: Hey, Tim! I need a new camera!

I need to get a new camera. What should I buy?

Here is my old one:
[ame="http://www.amazon.com/Sony-Cybershot-DSCP200-Digital-Optical/dp/B0007CZ70Y"]Amazon.com: Sony Cybershot DSCP200 7.2MP Digital Camera 3x Optical Zoom: Camera & Photo[/ame]

I love the fact that my old one would fit in my pocket. I'd like to stay with something that size, but to get the features I want I'll probably have to go with something bigger.

I still want/need something simple to use. I want major zoom. 3x is not enough. Image stabilization would be useful.

What other features should I look for?

Any ideas? Where should I even begin to look?

optical zoom dont you want/