I am looking for to buy a camera, any suggestions based on the following criteria? #1 being the most important, and the ones near the end not being necessary, but definitely a plus. Any input is greatly appreciated.
1. digital
2. easy for a beginner to use, without knowledge of lenses, ISO, etc
3. high-quality, good enough to print poster size (good lens, 10+MP? I'm not even sure what to look for here)
4. less than $800
5. good zoom, able to take landscape photos, etc
6. rapid shot function (maybe 3fps?)
7. small size/easy to travel with
Someone recommended that I get a compact camera, but it was my understanding that they don't have such great lenses, or a rapid shot mode.