Olympus EVOLT E-500 with 14-45mm f/3.5-5.6 lens & 40-150mm f/3.5-4.5 lens

Summary: Being a life long advanced amateur photographer (40+ years), I am all but certain this will be the last camera that I will buy. It delivers truly high quality film equivalent photos. In the "Auto" modes, I will reiterate plural "MODES" a child can operate it very successfully. This camera also allows the user to do as they wish with available manual modes, try doing that with other digitals - good luck. There are too many positive things to say about this product, if you are interested read the user guide available on the manufacturers web site. If you intend to run prints yourself be absolutely certain to buy QUALITY BRAND NAME – printer designed for photos, ink and paper, these will be your weak link. The only con I have encountered is the minimal accessories that are available at this time, a lens doubler and some basic filters would be huge.