Yes, I prefer having the access on the side - so much simpler to change cards (even on a tripod). Though most of these compact super-zoom stuff have their card bay directly next to the battery. Most of them even share the battery's door. That's one of the "typical" compromises.
That's why I would suggest doing lots of research, especially trying to find user/independent reviews. I've burnt myself before with that Oly (by not doing enough research), and it was needless, since even the DPReview site had warned about it's stupid functionality, slow lens & limited battery life. http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/olympussp560uz/19
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