I purchased this camera a few months ago because I like to have a camera on hand always. My DSLR and 35 mm SLR cameras are too bulky for everyday. The price and MPs were right, as well as the small size which fits into the clean pockets of any of my purses- no need to worry about lens scratch. For those who don't carry a purse and are concerned about the lens, a very small case will do the trick. The images are clean although I've only printed up to 8.5 X 11 so far. (Posted on 8/28/07)