If you read the 5-star reviews of this camera, I can tell you that they are all true. This camera is probably the best P&S; Canon ever made and then some. I have a long history using Canon P&S; and this one is the best ever. I wansn't totally happy with other Canon P&S;, having tried most of them. The control ring around the lens make this camera a step above all of its competitors. Depend on the mode you are in (Av, Tv..), the ring functions differently. For example, if you are in aperture priority (Av), turn the ring will change the f-stops. So in Tv, the ring will change your shutter speed. And then you can reprogram it to change something else if you wish. Image quality is superb. No noise or any bluring even at actual-pixel level. Astoundingly sharp with sufficient light and way above average low light performance. And just imaging you can put all this in your pocket!Now, Amazon customer service. I purchased this camera 2 weeks ago *on Amazon* for $429. Today it is $406 *on Amazon*. If I want my $23 credit, I have to return the camera and order a new one. Amazon's new policy does not allow credit in this situation. Just imaging buying a large item and price drops the next day for several hundred dollars. All other retailers would be happy to give you credit for it, but not Amazon. First time I was ever disappointed at Amazon. 

Question: How is the image?
Answer: Image quality is superb