If you have a Micro Center Store near by they have some great deals on refurbs. Refurbs have been repaired and 100% quality checked according to a friend who worked in the electronics industry.

I agree with that Uncle Jesse

My "main" camera is a SLR Canon 20D but there's times I don;t want to lug around a full big SLR and 200mm lens so I bought a Refurb Nikon Coolpix from Microcenter about 5 yrs ago for $119. There's still many times I stick that in my vest and use it on trips. Takes great pics and is super easy to use. Can;t bet the refurb cam's from Microcenter, I love that store!

Steve