FUJI FinePix S1000fd - $150obo
I have had this camera for 2 years and it has been awesome to me. It
has been the perfect bridge camera for those wanting to learn how to
use manual settings, but don't have the skills to use a DSLR. I think
it ahs taken some really good pictures. Examples:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/34820540@N02/
Features:
-10 MegaPixel 1/2.3" CCD
-New Fujinon 12x Optical Zoom (33mm-396mm equivalent)
-2.7" LCD w/ 230k pixel resolution + electronic viewfinder
-Pretty solid video function (comparable with gopro standard)
I will also include a set of 4 rechargeable AA batteries since it is expensive to buy new ones.
http://www.fujifilmusa.com/products/digital_cameras/s/finepix_s1000fd/index.html