I recently purchased my first digital camera. A big step for someone involved in taking photos for over 40 years. I purchased the Sony Mavica CD 400--what a great choice. It has the feel of an SLR, has the ability to add equipment-similar to that used with my SLR cameras, and the ability to view the pictures immediately. It also has many great features included in the initial packaging---everything to start!! I like the idea of the mini CD for picture storage, and multiple ways to download the pics taken. I will continue to use my 2 SLR cameras, but like the challenge of this new, fun digital camera.Jackie NNew Hampshire