well, the rebel you used, are you looking for a digital SLR like that was or are you looking more for point and shoot? Do you want something that's easy to carry around and can fit in your pocket or do you not mind the bulk of a bigger lens? Go to
www.dpreview.com for reviews on almost every camera out there. Most of the stuff I know is about digital SLR's, but I might be able to help you out in the point and shoot area as well.