<!-- Rating:</B> 4.5<img src="http://www.camcorderinfo.com/images/icons/star.gif" width=22 height=18><img src="http://www.camcorderinfo.com/images/icons/star.gif" width=22 height=18><img src="http://www.camcorderinfo.com/images/icons/star.gif" width=22 height=18><img src="http://www.camcorderinfo.com/images/icons/star.gif" width=22 height=18><img src="http://www.camcorderinfo.com/images/icons/half_star.gif" width=12 height=18><BR> --><BR>It\'s my first camera. Tried a few of the Sonys but their controls felt awkward for my (big) hands. When it came to purchasing I decided that how the camera felt for me and my comfort in using it were just as important as having the latest/greatest techno features. So far: no regrets and much happy shooting.