I originally bought this camera in January. It’s very easy to use and takes great pictures even in Auto. There are options for anything from total control to no control, just like all the Powershot cameras I’ve seen. I really love the size and the swivel display. It’s much easier than my DSLR setup and better shots than my iPhone ( because of the photo options, f-stops, etc) . The layout of this camera is easy to use out of the box. I’ve had no problems with its functionality. The point and shoot style is great for novice photographers just trying to capture crisp picture quality. Its battery backup is good and shutter speed is also nice. It gives value for money.