Help me pick a good Point and Shoot for my wife

[BrianHag]

Originally Posted by 94 3kgt sl

in that case i dont think a new camera is really what you need since you will buy a new one and only use the 10% of what it is capable of. maybe take a course in photography or something. i dont mean that in a derogotory way. i just finished my first course and i feel i learned how to use my cameras attributes and not focus on its shortcomings.

I want to learn some photography, I am working away from home and really need a new hobby to occupy my time away from my family. The old camera I have is time to be updated. Its 4 yrs old, and has the usual wear.