dlish

so i'm looking for a new Camera. Not top of the range, just somwhere in the middle.

Currently im using an Olympus u700. its just a small handy digital camera that is good for being exactly that - a small handy digital camera. has served it purpose, but i need a bit more from my camera now seeing all the travelling ive been doing lately, and probably will be doing over the space of the next few years.

BUDGET: im looking for something mid range, around the $500 USD mark. would this price include lense with that?

most of you would have seen the type of shots and landscapes im in, so you can get an idea of scenery im in. usually arid dry areas with earthy colours.

what should i be looking for? do you have any recommendations? im pretty much a novice when it comes photography,but i do love taking shots, so any help would be appreciated.

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