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This is the most AWESOME digital camera in it's price range. It's even better than some in a much higher price range. I have owned 3 digital cameras, so believe me when I say I know about this one. It's simple, the pictures are great, and the best part is the dock. You just leave the camera on the dock and when you are ready to use it, it is ready for you. I have NEVER had a problem with low batteries. Downloading takes only seconds. This camera is very user friendly and very easy to operate.

YOU WILL NOT REGRET buying this camera one bit. Thumbs up, Kodak!

I usually like Kodak's digitals, but this one has a strange mix of features that should render it unacceptable to both amateurs and to advanced users. To wit, the image quality is very good, boasting 2.1 megapixels of resolution, enough to handle not only web-based photography, but enlargements of up to 8" x 10" as well. However, this is completely offset by a fixed-focus lens and no optical zoom (it has a digital zoom, but these are not nearly as useful). The rest of the features are acceptable, including memory & expandability, flash, battery useage & USB connectivity. Kodak is selling an optional 'docking station' for this camera that allows for 'easier' downloading of images to your PC, but any memory card reader (Viking, or SanDisk) is simpler, cheaper and more versatile.

I purchased the Kodak Dx3500 and was immediately struck by its simple and esy to use menus. It is definitely much easier to use than many other camers. However, this particular camera does have a tendancy to take pitures which are dark and frequently need to be adjusted after-the-fact using the software package. Also, the automatic flash rarely makes the right decision (flashes when it shouldn't, does not use a fill flash when it should). It takes some experimentation to learn how to manually set the flash for different indoor lighting conditions. Picture quality was fine, once any darkness was adjusted. The digital zoom creates blurry pictures every time. If zooming is an important feature for you, this is not your camera. The 16 meg card and docking station are definite pluses.

Just bought this camera and used it on vacation this weekend. The camera is very lightweight and so far the pictures have been great. Cant believe how easy this camera is to use. Just point and shoot. The displays are very basic and after playing with it for a few minutes picked up how to use the various options. The dock is a must though for downloading and invaluable for recharging the batteries. For a first time digital camera I would definetly recommend this camera. I love mine.

I purchased the DX3500 to replace a Polaroid 640x480 digital camera, since that point I have been very pleased with the Kodak. The ease of use, picture quality and battery life with 2 AA batteries has been very impressive. The Cons to this camera are lack of optical zoom, and lack of exposure control.