Excellent – I replaced my previous digital camera & manual SLR with this and couldnt be happier! I carry it in my nappy/hand bag all the time as its compact and i can take pictures of my baby wherever i go. I love that it has a rechargable battery instead of taking AA batteries all the time like some others. Plenty of features for beginner or experienced photographer alike. Easy to use - takes great clear shots. Face detect helps focus on the subject rather than the backround. For what you get its a great price. Battery cover is a bit too easy to open and sometimes opens while taking a picture.