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Panasonic Lumix FZ8 is a little more compact, though. And truthfully, we’d probably opt for the Lumix TZ3, which has similar specs in a smaller form factor.

Right off, we weren’t thrilled with how close the setting buttons are to each other. If you’re all thumbs you better go test this in a store before you buy. Other than quibbles, those in the market to get a good number of features and controls and a longer-than-average zoom in a more affordable package, should check out the S700.