Thanks for all your views and comments recently, I've been a bit lacking in spare time in the last week or two and haven't acknowledged them, but they are all much appreciated.
@happypat Thanks Pat! I have a Sony A55. It's a DLSR and I have a zoom lens and a couple of filters that I play with.I'd love a lot more but it's an expensive hobby! But I'm very happy with my Sony, even though I'm certainly in the minority as it seems like Canon is the one to have!
@jesperani The only reason I have looked at Cannon is that the one I have now is that make & I'm used to the buttons, I'm sure Sony is as good. it certainly takes good pictures for you ! I don't want to get into too much photo taking so I think should I spend all that money !!!!!