I had a Coolpix L18 (8 mgp) that I bought last year, and I loved that camera. I recently dropped it and broke the lens, so I wanted a new camera for a trip I was taking. I decided to try for the refurbished Coolpix L20, because for half the cost, I could get 10 mgp and more features. It would also use the same memory SD card I had used for the L18, and same attachments and bag. And, I was used to the way the L18 worked.

I went for it, purchased the refurbished L20 and I've been very pleased. The camera came in time for my trip, and I used it extensively. It has more features (settings for food, dusk/dawn, smile, red-eye, etc) and it is small, lightweight, and easy to use. One small drawback was the L18 had a brushed aluminum (or steel?) body, whereas L20 has a plastic body. I initially thought the metal body would be more durable than plastic. But, I figured the metal body camera broke when dropped, so it didn't really matter. Plastic works fine. The color is a wonderful cherry/raspberry red, which I love, and I like that both cameras take two AA batteries. That way, if I run out of juice, all I have to do is stick in new batteries, which I can get anywhere, and not have to find a place to recharge.

All in all, for the money (I paid $59.00, free shipping) this is a GREAT camera for the money, refurbished and all. Bytheway, NO sign of previous use. I doubt it was every used prior to me. For an inexpensive, everyday camera, you can't go wrong. BUY THIS CAMERA!!