I just got mine yesterday. So far, so good.
The reviews were right, for the most part. The automatic modes beat every other digicam I've used. The auto subject-tracking feature is really cool. Write speeds to the SD card are faster than other cameras' write speeds to compact flash or smartmedia cards. Shot to shot time is excellent. Haven't printed any pictures yet, but they look great so far.
The data display on the top of the camera is actually very useful. It means you don't need to have the lcd on as often if you don't mind using the viewfinder. Either way, the battery life is excellent. I'm using some cheap panasonic ni-mh rechageables from Costco and they are lasting forever.
If you're shopping for this camera, you're probably also looking at the Canon S30 and S40, and the Sony dsc-p9.
I think the Sony is way overpriced. You don't get the manual controls that the Minolta has. Other owners have also said that the color range on the Sony is limited compared to other brands. If all you want is a point and shoot camera, without the creative option of manual controls, and you don't mind the proprietary memory stick media and the proprietary battery, and you have the money, then buy the Sony.
Everything I've read has put the Canons tied with the Minolta in terms of image quality. The thing that got me about the Canons is the construction. They feel solid, but the front slider/lens protector is so flimsy. It feels like it will break off after a month of use. They also use proprietary batteries. The S30 retails for the same amount as the f100, but is only a 3 megapixel camera. The S40, which I would say is the f100's equal, retails for about $100 more.
CJZ, I really can't say enough about how much I like this camera. (t's my second digital camera)
The thing that closed the deal for me is the price. I got it for $385 shipped. At that price, it has no real competitors.