I did not grieve for long - went out last night and bought a new Camera at wal-mart for $229 + taxes for a total of $247.89
Canon PowerShot SX110 IS
Pre-Photokina 2008: Canon has launched the super-zoom PowerShot SX110 IS, which replaces the SX100 IS. With an increased resolution and a more compact build than its predecessor, the 9MP SX110 IS offers a 3.0†LCD, 10x optical zoom, Image Stabilization, Face Detection, Motion Detection and a new Easy Mode.
PowerShot SX110 IS features at a glance:
9.0 Megapixels
High-powered, 10x optical zoom lens with optical Image Stabilizer
DIGIC III with iSAPS for clear, sharp images and fast response times
Great people shots with Face Detection AF/AE/FE/WB plus
Face Select & Track
Auto Red-Eye Correction in shooting and playback
Combats blur with High ISO Auto, optical Image Stabilizer plus Motion Detection Technology
20 shooting modes including Easy Mode and full manual control
Large 3.0†LCD with wide viewing angle
Smooth, 30fps VGA movies with Long Play mode
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