Camera Search

We really need to get a new camera. Mine broke almost a year ago and I've just never gotten a new one. I feel like I've missed out on capturing major life events over the last year - and last year was the busiest ever! Plus, I am kind of bummed I haven't been able to capture my pregnancy as much as I want. Aaron and I said we would get one together as our Christmas gift, but with having to save for the house, we never got one. We also haven't been able to totally agree on a camera or camcorder. I've done some research and I feel like having a quality camera with HD video capabilities is the best option. Aaron orginally wanted to go with a camcorder that takes pictures, but I've explained to him that those video cameras have very low quality pictures. In my research, I really found the new Nikon 1 is the best for everything we want, but since it's the "hot" camera right now, it's $600!! The standard $150-$250 digital cameras seem to be great for photos, but don't have the video/audio quality and capabilities I want. If anyone can suggest a camera with great photo and video, please let me know ASAP. I think I am going to break down and buy something before I got to Utah on Friday.