(nn ff) Need digital camera recommendation for mom

[nighthawk]

I like Canon and Sony cameras, personally. I'd also recommend NOT getting one that runs off AA-syle batteries, but to get something that has a "unique" rechargable battery. It seems that the AA-type rechargable batteries never keep a charge.

Put the lithium AA batteries in them and you will actually be able to operate in a wider range of temperatures with longer battery life than the OEM battery packs. You will also save money over buying the OEM long life packs if they are available for your camera.

One of my favorite winter cameras is a little Canon A580 Powershot that the late, great Harold Hattaway recommended to me. Consider picking up a little higher quality used camera from a reputable dealer on amazon or EBay too.

These are tough little cameras with that classic, great Canon quality. On Amazon used for under $100. We paid about $200 for ours. Look at this:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listi...condition=used

Stick with a brand name on these if you can as it does make a difference. Oh, Samsung cameras are made by Pentax.