If one is aware about that with the pocket cameras either a "normal" camcorder to be replaced, even large film technical services should be made possible, one can perceive those little things as an enrichment. I am very happy with the little camera because I in fact (almost) constantly pushing have and am thus able to preserve many of the small hold worthy moments of life in a fairly good quality. I've learned it especially in connection with my child's things very appreciate. The unbeatable advantage is that the camera without a load to be, really always (!) In your pocket, purse or anywhere else can always remain. The camera is not much larger than an average mobile phone, quick to deploy, eerily robust, the operation is intuitive and easy, the battery lasts a very long time (exact details I can not do, but I have recently loaded in 3 months the camera for the second time and already produced several short videos). Clear jerky here and there a bit or weakens the resolution, but that's to minimize all the tolerable range and with a little practice. The already satisfactory quality of the recordings can be achieved by the use of memory cards of the new generation (class 4 and above) slightly improved. To take a picture, the camera contrast, is rather less - I so only sporadically shot really useful pictures. Since I am but then a bit more demanding. But it's also necessary. The camera is really robust. My son has already undergone extensive testing for shock and dust proofing. Not only was thrown into the water they (still). KODAK Software to me so far lacked the right training Muse, since I do not so clearly came straight away. But you can edit the films with other programs. Finally, the excellent delivery should be mentioned. Not only a basic manual in printed form (now almost a rarity), but also all cables for data transmission and adapter are supplied with the camera. Conclusion: Under the intended application premise, absolutely recommended!