Looking for a SEO friendly Photo Gallery and Rating script

I've tried several free photo gallery scripts and I couldn't find one to suit my needs (a lot of them were not working). Here are the features that I am looking for:

The script:
- written in php
- will reside on linux (I have a hosting account with 1and1.com)
- free (although I am willing to pay a maximum of $100 if I really like it)
- easy to install - I have some very basic php knowledge but I am not an expert
- VERY IMPORTANT: SEO Friendly

Features:
- allows visitors to create an account and post their pictures
- allows visitors to rate each other's pictures (out of 10) and post comments
- allows visitors to choose a category when uploading the pictures


Bonus - not mandatory features:
- very basic article/news section that will allow me (the administrator) to upload news and articles
- easy to use control panel.

I am waiting for your suggestions.
Thank you in advance.

Nick

 

I think you can try Coppermine Photo Gallery, and install some SEO mods.

 

The script:
- written in php - Yes
- will reside on linux - No Problem
- free - No, but the there is free installation and free lifetime support
- easy to install - Yes, it's true
- VERY IMPORTANT: SEO Friendly - It's very SEO friendly

Features:
- allows visitors to create an account and post their pictures - Sure
- allows visitors to rate each other's pictures (out of 10) and post comments - Sure
- allows visitors to choose a category when uploading the pictures - Yes


Bonus - not mandatory features:
- very basic article/news section that will allow me (the administrator) to upload news and articles - The script has it as well
- easy to use control panel - It's easy as switching on your computer

Well, that all that is mentioned above, xooArticles can do it, and I think it very well suits your needs.