thanks for the reviews

first, thank you to all the reviewers who helped us purchase our second digital camera. after reading the reviews at cnet.com i had dispared of finding a good quality camera under $200. but, on the suggestion of another reviewer i looked on this site and i could not have been more impressed by the degree and competence of the reviewers. so, again thank you.
the camera, on first inspection, feels solid. buttons are arranged comfortably so holding the camera does not become an exercise in finger contortions even with its small size and shape. the lcd screen is the menu button, zoom, mode dial and optical image stabilizer button are well configured for comfortable manipulation while shooting.
the operators manual does a fine job of explaining the basic layout of the camera as well as the many options available for taking pictures. although, i dont know when i will require a specific mode for food or fireworks photographs but who knows.
the camera was easy to take out of the box and use from the first. and, i was taking pictures, changing the default settings and enjoying the camera within twenty minutes of taking it out of the box.
a note to perspective buyers: invest in a memory card from the first. the built in memory only saves about 14 pictures.
also, because of the camera's small size, plastic frame and obvious lcd screen you may want to grab a camera case before leaving the store. i love the feel of this camera but i do notice myself worrying about my three year old grabbing it when i set it down on the table.
thanks again for all the reviews, you made this an easy and painless purchase.