The Panasonic Lumix FZ5 has a lot to like but its best feature is its optically stabilized, 12x zoom lens. Optical stabilization helps with the #1 problem photographers have, camera shake. Without a tripod, it's hard to hold a camera still for tack sharp photographs. This is especially true in low-light situations like when shooting indoors. The lens of the FZ5 has computer controled sensors that will lock on to the subject and compensate for camera movement. The result is often amazing and usually the difference between getting a good shot and just wasting your time. The lens also has a wide aperture throughout all of its zoom range (12x) which is a bonus.
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