I use the camera for a variety of purposes, static images for my YouTube lectures, video hikes and workouts and it's the perfect tool for all of them this jobs. Aim and shoot if that's all you need, along with other features to enhance your projects. Everything is included, including an extra battery and a battery for the active microphone. I had to contact the company to request information and the responses were prompt, personal and showed that they immediately understood what I was asking and anticipated further questions. Great product and company.