SONY Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V/B Black 18 MP 30X Optical Zoom Digital Camera SONY Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V/B Black 18 MP 30X Optical Zoom Digital Camera

Pros: Got it 42% off. $279 This is the first digital camera I have purchased. In other words I'm a newbie. It looked complicated at first but I'm getting the hang of it after just a couple of days. Love the zoom.

Cons: It could have a better manual, one that explains the functions

Pros: Wonderful pictures, zoom is amazing.!! I took a full picture of the moon without a tripod and the craters were very clear. Great for taking pictures to enter in the fair. Love having removable memory and batteries..!!

Cons: Burst pictures too slow and does not refocus for any picture than the first. Camera slows down also when more faces are in view. Everyone has to be very still to be faster. Not too good in very low light. Confusing because you push different button for taking pictures or videos. I keep hitting the wrong button.

Other Thoughts: Well worth the price. Won't see picture taking speeds as DSLR's but doesn't cost $1,000 either.