Roger,
Prior to making a decision on which camera to purchase for my needs, I 
weighed all the features and benefits of the various brands. A 2.1 megapixel camera 
takes outstanding pictures. The photos I take are basically used by the 
company to show the estimator and crew chiefs and building owners the existing 
conditions on the roof. These consist of overviews and some close-ups of problems 
that I find. I carry the camera in a backpack in a padded case. The places I go 
and the ladders I climb make this necessary. These are all commercial and 
industrial buildings. I liked the Kodak package for several reasons. Low cost, 
compact size and the pod which automatically downloads the pictures to the 
computer and recharges the battery. Many models don't have the rechargeable battery 
feature. With the number of shots I take, this is important.
I'm on my second Kodak camera in about four years of use. I am admittedly 
hard on camera's. It has never failed in the field, but knowing that it is a 
possibility, I carry a small disposable box camera as a backup.
I can't justify spending the additional money for something that won't do my 
job any better than what I already have. I need the extra money for rum.

Rummy