Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20
If you don't mind its extra bulk and narrow lens, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 is an otherwise excellent compact megazoom camera.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 is a great, fast-performing snapshot camera that falters on photo quality.

Canon EOS 7D (with 28-135mm lens)
An excellent midrange dSLR, the Canon EOS 7D delivers for the money.

Nikon D300s (with 18-200mm lens)
The Nikon D300s is a great camera, especially if you need the burst speed or slightly improved low-light focus, but if you don't care about video you might consider looking for a really good deal on a D300 and using what you save to splurge on a good lens.