Bobbie
I use a Canon 30D, and find it suits me. I also use a Canon Sureshot for work and for ease of carrying and ideal for the quick snap. It's a great wee camera, but everyone has their opinions about what is good and what isn't. Not certain what Archie uses, but Nikon seems to ring a bell.
Mind you, Quasimodo rang bells too, but I've never seen any of his photo's
I wouldn't like to advise anyone on what is good or bad camera's, as they are all very efficient these days. Main thing is to just get out and about taking your pics, and enjoy them.
Some days I jeest donno hoots hoot an hoots naw hoot.