Great thread!! I'm liking the sound of the 'bridge' cameras - I'm upgrading from a point & shoot too, but am definitely not into photography other than family snaps & photos of stuff I make, so maybe the DSLR's aren't what I need?
I guess I really want an all rounder that does most of the 'thinking' for me, ...and that won't break the bank too
I think I should go a-wandering into some stores, and have a play & chat as you all suggest.