Hey Hubba,
I just bought this camera this fall when it came out on a recommendation from BuglinBilly. If you have seen some of his photos then you know the kind of stuff he comes up with. Love his stuff!
Anyway, he uses the previous models and I think he was saying he was going to get this one as well.
I haven't had a good chance to use mine much yet but so far I love it. The low f-value through the entire zoom range is very nice and it takes good sharp photos. I have a few I will post when I am around my computer.
Great gap camera and easy to pack around. I bought mine for hunting and backpacking. Gives me good quality while not having to lug around the heavy DSLR with all the lenses and such.
I think it's worth your time if that's what your are looking for.
Let me know if you have any specific questions and I will try and answer them.
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