The Canon camera I have (a Powershot) has rechargable batteries and comes with the charger, which you just plug into any wallsocket. I have two batteries, so for things like the Pet Talk gathering in Findlay, I can have one battery recharging while I'm taking a ton of pictures with the other. Usually I can go a month without needing to recharge my battery for the camera. But it charges up quickly, which is great for such events.

I like the form factor (fits in my hand just right, is small enough to always be in my pocketbook just in case, and feels sturdy), it has a nice big LCD screen on the back, and I have never needed to use the viewfinder. The LCD screen is so much better, but you REALLY see what you're about to get. It does a great job on close-ups, as long as I remember to hold still. The glory of a digital camera is you can take 5 terrible photos in order to get the one great one, and it doesn't cost you a thing!