Good – Very good quality camera that's great for taking clear colourfull photos and movies. Most of the time you can just leave it on "Auto" mode and you'll get great results. If you need a spare battery you can get new ones on ebay from China or Hong Kong for about $2! My 'cheap' spare battery lasts longer than the Canon original. Easy to use & takes nice clear photos with very natural colours. Videos are very clear with good sound too. Lithium ion battery lasts very well. Macro photos are very disappointing. Camera has a lot of trouble focusing on the subject whatever focus mode you choose. Camera can be a little fiddly to use if you've got big fingers and it's not too easy to grip. Download port cover is quite flimsy.