A 3.2 isn't gonna get you a great 8x10 photo if you want one of those. As far as lag, any digital that's not an SLR will have some measure of lag simply because it won't take the picture until it's focused, being an auto focus camera. Next time you go into a store, play with a camera or two...When you press the button to take the picture, you'll see the lag. After that, take another picture, but lightly press the button down about half-way. This will cause the camera to focus on your subject. A little green light or so will appear when it's focused...after that (while still holding the button half way down) press the button the rest of the way, and then you'll have your picture.