thanks for the input, but i dont use scn mode, or any auto mode, with my powershots, i only use manual for indoor shots, for the general comment im comparing powershot with my old
film dslr of course hahaa, not blaming it, it does serve my needs for 2 years + liao, and i love it, but i want something new and better replacement.

yet i have dont wanna carry a bulky digital dslr when going clubbing or party or any indoor even, a smaller digicam is what i aiming for,
i want something with more felxibility on manual mode for indoor shots, the powershot i got is kindda limited, its external flash is hard to find, 
plus budget budget, dont wanna overspend ,still gots lots of stuff to buy.

so i have to rephrase again, guys,
can anyone recommend me a budget Rm1k to 1.5k digicam that have above everage adjustments to support greater more natural indoor shots?

my current choice so far is Panasonic Lumix LX3 or newer powershot series, as mine is  2 years old , very slow on reload shots.

thanks in advance.