Conclusion - Pros
* Good resolution and detail at base ISO
* Compact camera/kit lens package
* Nice screen with good resolution (460K pixels)
* Good build quality and handling
* Generally responsive and snappy operation
* Reliable metering
* Good AF speed with kit lens
* Decent high ISO performance and good control over noise reduction
* Abundance of customization options
* Some manual control in movie mode
* Small and quiet kit lens
* Art filters are fun to play with and also work in movie mode
* Auto gradation extends highlight DR (but watch the shadow noise)
* Comprehensive bundled software package
* Easy live view magnification good for using manual focus lenses
Conclusion - Cons
* Exposure control with the rear dial not great if you change settings frequently
* Inefficient movie format results in very large file sizes
* No orientation sensor means having to rotate every portrait image manually
* Menu system can be a little overwhelming for novice users
* Slightly underpowered built-in flash (but still better than having no flash