FWIW, Target has the Z712 on sale right now for $229 and you get a FREE $50 gift card along with the purchase...so in the long run, it's $179.
It's the same as the Z812 referred to above, but 7.1mp instead of 8.1....not big deal, as you can still get 30" prints from a 7.1mp camera.
It has some great features for those wanting good pictures, without the hassle and expense of some high end equipment...
One feature worth noting is it's "Panorama" setting where it guides you through taking three pictures, then automatically "stitches" them together to make a seamless, HUGE, panoramic picture. Great for nature shots.
Lots of adjustability, easy to use, and pretty quick for a point and shoot. Image stabilization works well, too.