Pros:
iFunction Ring handy for quick settings
Smart Exposure mode is fun and relatively useful
Very good image quality up to ISO 1600
Large APS-C sensor in a slim camera body
Clear menu system is generally easy to navigate
Competitive pricing for a CILC
Cons:
No pop-up flash
Slippery grip
Noisy lens focusing
Lacks built-in stabilization with kit lens
30-75mm zoom range of kit lens not wide enough
Lacks dedicated video recording button
The Final Decision:
Text and number readouts look great on the LCD screen as well.
Images look crisp and colorful on the 3-inch Active-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode display, as does the menu system which is clear and easy to navigate. This camera is great for the amateur photographer and leaves room for photographers to grow.