Hello all:

Need suggestions on a good digital camera. I want something that I can take very clear photos from a distance, which I imagine is more a function of lens type. Primarily I'd like to take close up photos of wildlife, notably birds on my feeders during the winter, and my current cameras don't have the ability to zoom in how I need. If anyone has good experience with a certain camera and has lens suggestions I would appreciate a nudge in the right direction. I have never purchased a quality camera before, so please don't assume I know anything in this arena.

Thanks in advance.

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