they have it at costco!
going for $279.99... but no delivery cost + no waiting

got this - it was actually $330 (boooo!)
but my dad loved it! + it's super simple to use which is great considering my dad isn't overly techie. the camera basically has three main buttons.
1. take pictures
2. view pictures (or videos)
3. start / stop recording video

bam! how much easier can you get. i also liked the fact it came with a docking station which allows you to transfer to your computer & recharge the battery - again simple.