The Sony I tested new (02/2011) and the same during a trip to Scotland. Conclusion: there is a super camera, which is really easy to use. In particular, the light intensity of the lens allows successful shooting in low light. These are to a manual zoom lens rotation. The range 18-55mm is normally sufficient. The built-in flash stunned. There are a number of scene modes that are still very useful. Also, there are manual controls. The standby after power is very fast as Also the auto focus. The screen provides all information regarding the Exposure and work quickly as Aufnahmekontrolle.Es but is no Live View !! Advantage is: who else may have screw-55mm using here have best experience made with a polarizing filter - made supi color optimization and can even run off reflections. (Ggnf.fotografische previous knowledge required - otherwise just try)