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Originally Posted by AlanM
An SLR with a proper zoom lens with image stabilization is too heavy for me. I am in my 70s and carry Swarovski 8x42s along with the necessary birding book, water, etc. A tripod won't do. I don't have an automobile, travel by bus or subway, etc.
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Unless you have a firm reason for pana or any other camera, I would strongly second the excellent suggestion of Christine for Canon S3. I don't say that just because I am a Canonist, but for about $350 this camera won't stop to amaze you for long time to go. Has all features you want including IS, long sharp diamond quality optical zoom, versatile capabilities both auto and fully over ridden manual. I suggest you look at some of these first moon shots taken by S3 to judge for yourself.
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BTW where is USA are you leaving that you don't need a personal car??! You must be either in Pittsburgh or Boston... Well no mater what, have fun and don't forget there is no 60s or earlier guy around who has switched to digital and has had a second thought.