Should I spend more and get a better brand camera?

Here is the cheaper one,

http://priceangels.com/2.7__TFT__LCD_Screen_USB_Rechargeable_12MP_8X_Zooming_Digital_Camera_with_Microphone_and_SD_Card_Slot_p5420.html

here is the expensive one

http://www.amazon.com/...0034XKECE/

If I were you I'd buy the more expensive one. It costs more but is a much better camera! Hope l could help

The cheap one doesn't even have a brand on it

get the nikon

The cheap one is Chinese generic junk. Fixed focus, no optical zoom, rubbish camera.

Get something with a brand name, at least!

I think you should go with Canon PowerShot SX130IS 12.1 MP Digital Camera

Shoot 720p HD video with stereo sound while using the optical zoom
High-powered 12x wide-angle optical zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer
Scene modes like Miniature Effect for Movie and Fisheye Effect; Advanced Smart AUTO
DIGIC 4 Image Processor, with 12.1 megapixels; 3.0-inch wide LCD
Capture images to SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards (not included)