Some specs on it...
FinePix E550 Zoom Features:
6.3 million pixel Super CCD HR
12.3 million recorded pixels for an image size of 4048 x3040
4x optical zoom (32.5-130mm in 35mm equiv)
Ultra-Fast 1.2 Second start-up
Macro focus as close as 3.0 inches
Movie Mode; 30fps w/sound @ 640 x 480 or 320 x 240
2.0" color TFT LCD monitor, 154,000 pixels
Auto, Scene, Program AE, Aperture priority, Shutter-speed priority and Manual exposure modes
Multi, Average or Spot exposure metering
Adjustable ISO sensitivity, white balance, sharpness, color mode
3 - 1/2000 sec shutter speeds
Uses removable xD-Picture cards (16MB included)
Compact (4.1 x 2.5 x 1.4 inch) durable metal-front body
Very lightweight at just 7.1 oz. (excluding batteries)
Powered by two standard AA type batteries, two 2300MaH NiMH rechargeables and charger included
USB connectivity and PictBridge direct-print compatible
Optional Picture Cradle & rechargeable battery pack
http://www.steves-digicams.com/2004_reviews/fuji_e550.htmlSince it says high resolution, I'm sure you can shoot in a RAW mode with it. I have the Nikon Coolpix 8700 ($800), and love it, but it was expensive. As long as it's got a zoom and intelligent metering, so you can get some variety, I think it would be a great camera!
Here's a pic...