Very good explanation, Olivia! Thanks!

Arlene, Excellent article and I'm looking forward to reading more from that website.

I've been considering the Konica Minolta DiMage X1, but I'm concerned that there is only a LCD monitor, no view finder. When I have to use my GF's Nikon Coolpix, a lot of times I can't see what's on the LCD and have to look in the little viewer. It's really becoming clear to me that our picture taking priorities are very different. Hence my interest in getting my own camera!

Editing to say: Thanks, Wendy! I'll check out the newer models and probably won't be too concerned about the action shots problem.

Kim