Hi Teri,
For general purpose travel pictures, any major brand will work, Kodak, Fuji, Agfa etc. ISO 200 will probably fit most purpose, but I usually have a some ISO 400 with me at all time.
Kodak has a line call "Royal Gold" films, it's more expensive than the regular Gold film but offer much fine resolution even at ISO 400. I'm pretty sure Fuji or other brands has similar offer as well.
Personally, if money is not a big problem, I'll get the best ISO 400 films as they're probably the most versatile films around, even inside churchs and museums, to an extend.
Louie

Thanks guys for the info. I think I've found a camera shop where they actually seem to know what they're talking about, so will be making a trip there in the next week.
Thanks again,
Teri

Hi Lucy, did you end up getting the Elph 2? I'm reconsidering and was wondering what you think of it, if you got one. Now that I've been looking at options more closely, it looks like I'll be spending close to that much on any of the 35 mm cameras that appeal to me, anyhow. I'm a bit nervous about the APS format, but I found a great camera store that'll let you try out a camera and exchange it if you think it's not up to scratch. And I love the smaller size, date stamp on back, mid-roll change option, etc.
Anyone out there got any comments on either the Canon Elph 2, or the Olympus iZoom 60? They have a lot of similar features; however, the Olympus one is supposed to be weather-proof, but the Elph 2 got the better reviews.
With 35 mm cameras the ones I'd looked at were Canon Sure Shot Classic 120, or Olympus Stylus Epic Zoom 115 (which again, is supposed to be weather-proof). Comments, anyone?
Thanks!
Teri

Glenn,

Can you remind me about what you said regarding storing film in the fridge (or was it freezer)? How long can you keep it in there for? Does it matter what type it is?

Angela

Teri,

This site has some P&S tips (which would apply to APS as well as 35mm). http://www.geocities.com/jpmccormac/tips.html

Over on this page, http://www.geocities.com/RainForest/Vines/9273/pscam.html, there is some useful info on P&S zooms (but they all may be 35mm). I noticed the Canon you are considering on the list.

Good luck in your decision. If you try the ELPH and like it/hate it, let us know.

Mike

P. S. Take weather-proof claims with a grain of salt. None are likely to survive a dunking but do okay if you get caught in a shower. I've heard the Olympus weather-proofs are pretty good but still not perfect. I think Yashica also has some weather-proof models. All things being equal, I would go for weather-proof if available.

Angela,

Basically, film that's in the refrigerator is good for 3-6 months after the expiration date.

Film in the freezer is good forever.

One warning, when you take it out of the fridge or freezer, don't open the box for an hour or so: the very cold film may get condensation on it and affect your photograph.

Glenn

Hi Teri,
Thanks for your inquiry!
Actually I did end up getting the elph 2 - I just couldn't get past that sleek,cool design!
I bought it from a store that was having a limited time special offer to double the warranty duration for free plus also providing $AUD15 free processing per month for 6 months.
Unfortunately my first camera was a bit of a dud - after taking only 11 shots on a 40 exposure film the camera automatically rewound the film, flashed 'H' for error & the indicator on the film said it was fully exposed. Fortunately the store exchanged it for a new one with no problem which so far is working beautifully - although I have yet to finish a film. I did get the partially exposed 1st film developed & the pictures all turned out bright & clear so quality of prints seems to be up to scratch & the different sizes of prints is fun to play around with. I'm looking foraward on my holiday to France later this year getting to use the mid-roll film change so I can shoot plenty of B & W film as well as colour & also to change film speed for indoor shots & at night.
Whatever you choose Teri be sure to choose a reputable dealer who will allow exchange like you mentioned ...& happy photo-taking & travels!!
Regards....