Hey guys,

Been doing a bit of research into a good P&S Camera for myself. Love photography, would really like a DSLR, but at this stage, I don't have the funds to do it. Plus they are a bit bulky for what I really want.

It has been ages since I have bought a camera, so I have no idea what is a good brand and what isn't these days.

Just looking for something that produces good pics (maybe some that I can get blown up a little bit and printed) and one with a decent optical zoom, as well as night mode (with shutter speed or something similar)

Any recommendations would be great.

Looking at spending around $500ish

Kym