Cannon PS G3 Vs Nikon Coolpix 5000

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Im really torn about wether to stick to buying the Cannon G3 like I was going to or going for a coolpix 5000.

I will most likely go to Henrys in Canada for those who are familiar and here are the prices:

G3: $1099
5000: $1149

Now I know the 5000 is 5mp, and that would be a nice upgrade over the 4 mp, better image quality the better, however I noticed the optical zoom is more powerfull on the cannon.

Can anyone give me some advice about these cameras from personal experience or anyone thats had a chance to use both, any info as to battery life and whether you would go for higher mp and loose the further zoom.

ALl suggestions welcome, I dont mind spending the extra for the Nikon if it is really the better camera but if there is not too much of a diff saving money would be something Id Like to do

Thanks

Tom