My problem is that $500 is a lot. I realize that good CCDs are expensive, but I find it objectionable that it's packaged inside what is essentially a disposable camera. Cheap lenses, fixed focus, separate viewfinders, etc. And don't get me started on digital zoom. I understand why you like the ease of use, but I've never been an ease-of-use type photographer. Personally, I hate taking snapshots of family vacations, etc. I figure that if I can't remember it, it's not likely to be worth remembering. But for those of you that like that sort of stuff, more power to you. I'm sure that it's a good and inexpensive camera relative to the other consumer cameras out there (I don't mean to knock it specifically), but I'm still not likely to get one until it's about $20 plus film -- uh, memory.

I certainly hope that Tony enjoys his camera to its fullest extent. Merry Christmas!