New compact camera for under £150?

[Rick]

Hi,

I’m in the market for a sub £150 compact camera. I’d like something as flexible as possible, would rather pay for a good quality lens over a high megapixel count. I would also preferably like something which will allow a certain amount of manual control over shutter speeds etc. However, I’m a relative novice so its also got to be easy to use.

So, can anyone recommend a suitable camera? If not specific models then at least the best manufacturers to look at. Has to be under £150 as my mum and dad are paying for it and I don’t want to take the piss!

Cheers in advance

Ric

 

[unofficialPete]

Ixus 75, bought one for my parents, it does ok in day light, can focus rather closely and the time lapse feature is pretty fun...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5mXyZ_H-YG0

 

[16v_jon]

panasonic DMC-TZ5 if you can stretch to it.