Time to step up from old Kodak 2 megpixel unit. Looking for suggestions. Good close up macro mode is important for me as I eBay quite a bit. Looking for 4+ megapixel resolution range.
I have three Olympus digitals, and I love them. Easy to use, flexible, small, but “camera shaped.”
As to the model, check out the specific qualities at a good camera/computer store, then buy at a discount outlet.
High megapixels in Olympus does not translate into increased illegibility.
Down side: attachments are limited.
Up side: supplimentary equipment is plentiful.
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I’ve got a 4 Megapixel Olympus Camedia D-580 and it’s great for point-and-shoot. I discovered when shopping for it that there are a LOT of just slightly different models for most of the big brands (Canon, Nikon, Olympus, etc). Go to their internet homepage and usually you can bring up a comparison chart with the models of your choice. That will help you narrow down your list based on the specific features you want. (Many retail chains’ websites also let you compare specs on different cameras side-by-side. Circuit City, for one.)
I’ve got a Sony Cybershot V1, which is 4 MP. I like it quite a bit; it’s a pretty good size and takes good pictures. As a camera should. I recommend it.
Since you are upgrading, maybe you should consider getting an SLR. An entry level SLR is the Canon EOS 300d for about $800. It might seem expensive, but it is definitely worth it. Once you go SLR there’s no returning back to compacts 
While it’s not 4+ MP, the new Canon PowerShot S1 IS is a new camera. One of the really neat features is that it has 10x optical zoom, plus automatic image stabilization.
I don’t know if you’ve ever tried to take a picture with 10x zoom, but unless you have a tripod it’s easy to get blurry photos from the camera jiggling around a little. The Canon has software built in to autocorrect this motion blur, and it’s supposed to work great.
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/canons1is/ for more info. Actually I recommend this site for all your digicam needs. The reviews are well done, and the forums are very helpful.
You can read reviews on DPreview or DCResource. If you want the best macro mode, Nikons have had that area cornered for a while, but it’s not clear that you need the level that Nikons offer.
There are many good cameras out there in the 4 MP range, from lots of manufacturers. You should probably make a few choices before recommendations make much sense. Do you want an ultra-zoom 8-12x or “normal” zoom 3-4x? (Ignore digital zoom, it is of little use) Do you need a pocketable camera or is larger OK? Do you already have a collection of memory cards that you plan on using, and if so what type? Is movie mode important to you? Do you want manual controls or a simple point and shoot?