Do check out ebay, and if you know of a camera model that has been replaced in the last year or two, it\'s possible to buy a bargain
for example; Digital SLRs. Right now there\'s a complete Canon 300D bundle (6.3mp), that was replaced last year by the 350D, that\'s currently up at £77 with 2 days to go. Another a £161 with one day to go. (these were £600 + when released)
Getting an idea of what you want, and asking questions (remember there\'s a photography forum here) and I think you\'ll be alright by christmas