The SL620 is a basic point-and-shoot. Its main objective is facilitating ease of use, and the SL620 does it well. It not only has some good automatic settings, include an automatic scene mode and full auto, but also includes a demonstration mode and full help menu. Of course, this means the SL620 has far fewer manual controls than an Ultra-Zoom or a DSLR. What it does have, however, is a far more portable frame and far more affordable price point. The SL620 will be available in March 2009 at an MSRP of $199.99.