Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ5 with a 12x Optical zoom and 5 mp and love this camera! I bought it to take on my African Hunt 2 years ago and now really never leave the house with out it! This camera takes AMAZING pictures! Its pretty much loaded and cost a bit more but in my eyes well worth it and then some, I'm glad I didn't skimp on this purchase! I have taken so many cool pictures with this camera, its kinda of a new hobby! I did my research and finally settled on the Panasonic. If I were you save a little extra money and get something nice, you won't regret it!

A few photos





Took this while scouting, he never knew I was in his world! Zoomed in from about 100 yards!




Female kudu, this pic is the camera is zoomed all the way in












Found this critter washed up on the beach while surf fishing in Australia!




Another bush critter






Look at the detail!