Fujifilm FinePix S1500

Pros: - Simple to use
- Many settings to choose from
- Weight (not extremely heavy, but feels like you're holding something sturdy)
- Good quality

Cons: - Weight (if you're looking for something extremely light weight, this is not the camera for you)
- While in video recording mode, the zoom makes a bit of sound that interrupts the audio quality

Summary: Overall, this is a wonderful camera for aspiring photographers looking to become familiar with professional equipment. This is not a professional camera, but it's a step towards it. Great camera if you're wanting a professional DSLR camera, but don't want to spend the money for one.