Mine is Nikon Coolpix 4800, great Macro mode. Before I use Canon Powershoot A65, its great, I love it, but it can not come as close to the subject as I wanted it to, so I buy my Nikon. Here's a sample of result from my Nikon:
I still think Macro mode is important especially for bead photography. Always use a tripod! (Tripod eliminates shaking and for me, its a must. Any tripod will do).
Just fyi, there's a thread about photography a few days ago, people was sharing techniques, might help too:
Photo Thread
Have fun shopping!
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