since this is my first dslr so i give it 4 stars after using it for a day as i dont have anything to compare it with but this has got all the features that a begginer can think of though an auto flash and a metal lens mount metal being more durable could have added the fifth star to my rating picture quality is good considering 18 mp camera you cant expect more upgrade the lens if you want to have a better experience i am not much worried about the video quality as i bought this fo