LUMIX DMC-LZ7

The power of a telephoto lens, the convenience of a compact camera. The LZ7 comes equipped with a 6x optical zoom lens and add the Extra Optical Zoom feature, which extends zooming to as high as 9x**. The camera switches instantly from 1x to 6x to 9x (full Extra Optical Zoom) power, each time you press the Easy Zoom button on the camera top. You're always ready when the perfect photo opportunity comes along. *The LS75, LS70 and LS60 have a 3x optical zoom; Extra Optical Zoom extends zooming to as much as 4.5x (LS75/LS70) / 4.1x (LS60). **3-megapixel resolution mode.

The camera senses if your subject is moving and raises the ISO and shutter speed settings accordingly, preventing motion blur. You get clear, crisp shots even when if your subject moves. Also, you can set the sensitivity to as high as ISO 1250 .

It's hard to hold a small camera steady. That's why the LZ7, LS75, LS70 and LS60 feature MEGA O.I.S., which automatically detects and compensates for handshake. You get clear, beautiful shots even when zooming, shooting macro close-ups or taking night scenery.

Turn the dial to SCN and choose any mode from the LCD screen, and the camera makes the settings that best suit the situation. Each mode is explained in the help section.

Just set the mode dial to the heart symbol, aim, and press the shutter button. The camera handles the complicated settings automatically and the settings menu is simplified, so there's no stress, no confusion and no worries. You can even compensate for backlighting by just pressing the cursor key. You'll find it easy to take clear, beautiful shots - even if you know very little about digital cameras.