Is there such a thing as a half decent compact camera?

[darael]

First off, I haven't bought a digital camera for some time. In the fact the last digital camera I bought, was 5 megapixels - now they're 16 megapixels.

I have always liked the Fuji range of cameras, and my current Fuji 5mp camera has served me well; and still does. So that's led me to wanting another Fuji camera, but I'm getting the impression that brand loyalty isn't what it used to be.

I did order, then cancel the order, for a refurbished F500EXR. I cancelled because the reviews weren't as favourable as I liked.

For roughly £100, what is a good compact, 16mp camera? It will only be for occasional use, indoors and outdoors. But I'd like something I know will last me, like my previous Fuji camera.

I fully expect to be hammered by users for expecting quality images for less than £100. But I really just want the best for my money.

 

[darael]

Do you REALLY need a new camera? More pixels doesn't necessarily mean better quality and if you have one of the f20 f30 series cameras you will not find a better one today.

My current compact isn't an F20 or F30.

as said if the old camera is still doing what you need from a camera why upgrade
just going up on the megapixels doesn't mean a better camera

I was under the impression that more megapixels give more detail/life to a photo, and that's why I wanted a better camera. I thought surely if I bought a camera now, the quality would have improved not stayed the same or degraded.

I'm in two minds just buying the cheapest 16mp Fuji online, and calling it a day. It seems it would have just the same quality as the F550EXR.