My current camera is pretty good, it has great zoom & photo quality (like, insane quality).
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8757268&st=sony+cybershot&lp=15&type=product&cp=1&id=1202650703335
However, when looking for a camera that takes really good quality photos, you are going to be spending a bit. :|