Reaching out to whom ever is listenting.

Not sure if anyone actually follows this. I need some tips though. I am in the market for a good, well priced camera. Ideally I would like something that takes really clean pictures and I don't have to imitate a statue if I am not using a flash. I like the idea of a Cannon Rebel, but I've checked them out and so many buttons! Also, it's pretty large and in charge. So the question, what camera do you use, like, or want?