Kerry, here is some information about your digital camera....
http://www.steves-digicams.com/2005_reviews/fe100.html
Unfortunately I am not too familiar with Olympus digital cameras. I am quite familiar with their film cameras though, and I've always been pleased with the results. So, I'd imagine their digital cameras are very good too, and I've read many positive reviews. So, it appears you purchased a very good one.
I'm not surpirsed you selected this camera. It's cute, friendly and stylish looking, just like you!
OMG, yes, that is my camera, David! Only difference is that mine doesn't have the blue strip re "Easy Operation" at left.
Thank you for this information. I really should read the instructions manual more diligently 'cause I didn't realise until reading your info that there's a special night setting and that I can take movies with it! I didn't know that!
I love my little camera but there are two minor (constructive) criticisms I should make. Firstly, the two standard AA batteries are not sufficient for a lengthy shoot. They konk out after about 20 pics. It's essential to pay more for special, high performance batteries (I forget the type). The second shortcoming is that I had to pay an additional approx. $30 for some kinda memory stick (again, I don't know the correct name) to allow me to take zillions of pics in one go! Even with those extras, it still cost me less than US$150, which is amazing value for such a super camera.
I think I've only taken two half-way competent photos in my life!!!
They were taken relatively recently. One of a sunset (fluke!) and the other of water irises (bit fuzzy!). I will post them when I get home tonight, in about 9 hours (presently early morning at work here in Oz).
Would appreciate your professional feedback and advice, David and Jess.