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The problem of deciding which camera my ladyfriend is getting for her birthday has been solved. If you want one at this price, act fast - the price will go back up.
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[UPDATE: got it yesterday and so far she LOVES it! Also, bonus that we can share the Wasabi Power extra battery/charger kit that I got for my ZS6 as it uses the same batteries!]
Can't handle the wait to find out what is the deal with your woot! dot com Lumix DMC-ZS6? Relax - you've got options. There's more refurb ZS6's here (click here). Or maybe you would rather have...
Product Features The DMC-ZS8 features a powerful 16x optical zoom lens. The 16x Optical Zoom Keeps the Subject Sharp While Giving the Background a Soft focus. The DMC-ZS8 features a 1/2.33-inch CCD with effective 14.1-megapixel high-resolution. Images remain clear and sharp even when they are enlarged to A2 size. The Sonic Speed AF system includes numerous re-engineering enhancements, including a higher-speed actuator. Technical Details Brand Name: Panasonic Model: DMC-ZS8K Optical Sensor Resolution: 14.1 MP Optical Sensor Technology: MOS Optical zoom: 16 x Maximum Aperture Range: F/3.3-5.9 Minimum focal length: 4.3 millimeters Maximum focal length: 68.8 millimeters Lens Type: Zoom lens Optical Sensor Size: 1/2.33" Included Flash Type: Built-in flash Display Size: 3 inches Light Sensitivity: ISO 100, ISO 800, ISO 400, ISO 200, ISO auto, ISO auto (1600-6400), ISO 1600 Image types: JPEG Shooting Modes: Frame movie mode Exposure Control Type: Candle, Beach, Transform, Snow, High sensitivity, Starry sky, Soft skin, Baby1, Baby2, Photo frame, Portrait mode, Aerial photo, Hi-speed burst, Film grain, Flash-burst, Pin hole, High dynamic, Handheld night shot, Party/indoor, Night portrait, Self-portrait, Pet, Scenery, Food, Fireworks, Panorama assist, Night scene, Underwater, Sports mode, Sunset Width: 4.1 inches Depth: 1.3 inches Height: 2.3 inches Weight: 6.6 Ounces
Also consider a Wasabi Power Battery and Charger Kit for Panasonic*, comes with two Lumix compatible batteries (at higher specs than the stock batteries, too) and charger, a euro adapter, and a car charger for $29.99 + free shipping.
*compatible with the following models: Panasonic DMW-BCG10, DMW-BCG10E, DMW-BCG10PP, Lumix DMC-TZ18, DMC-TZ20, DMC-ZR3, DMC-ZS5, DMC-ZS6, DMC-ZS7, DMC-ZS8, DMC-ZS9, DMC-ZS10
