Super great camera. With an easy to use menu and a very friendly interface, I think this camera can be used by any beginner. Best of all I found it cheaper on Revain than any other store or website I look at. It had everything I needed and the user manual was the first one I read showing all the shortcuts and easy ways to use the camera. I googled and searched YouTube for the specifics of the camera and now I'm sure I can use it for auditions and the mini movies I've shot!