I've been using a Fuji S5000, a lower end SLR type which I'm very fond of, it's been a marvellous camera for megalithic outings - lightweight but fully featured - it even had 'RAW' which was surprising for the time.
Bit old now, but I dare say there're some in that range that would suit you.
Worst camera I've bought was a 7.1mp Samsung compact digital, avoid!