eK-gadgets info

Next up are two compact models in the Stylus series. Both pack a lot more zoom than your typical ultra-compact camera: the Stylus 7000 and 9000 have 7X and 10X lenses, respectively. Here are the details:Stylus 7000 [specs]

• 12 Megapixel CCD
• F3.5-5.3, 7X optical zoom lens, equivalent to 37 - 260 mm
• Sensor-shift image stabilization
• Ultra-compact body comes in navy blue, black, and silver
• 3-inch HyperCrystal III LCD display with 230,000 pixels
• Point-and-shoot operation
• New Intelligent Auto Mode (Panasonic’s lawyers must be thrilled with that name) automatically selects a scene mode for you
• New “Olympus Recommended” button gives you quick access to panorama shooting, Perfect Shot Preview, and Shadow Adjustmenu features (now I’ve seen everything)
• Same beauty mode as the SP-590 above
• VGA movie mode (30 fps) with sound
• HDMI output
• 16MB onboard memory + xD Picture Card slot
• Uses LI-42B lithium-ion battery; battery life not available
• Ships in February for $300

Stylus 9000 [specs] - changes:

• F3.2-5.9, 10X optical zoom lens, equivalent to 28 - 280 mm
• 2.7″ LCD with 230,000 pixels
• Slightly chunkier body; comes in champagne and black
• 45MB onboard memory
• Uses LI-50B battery
• Priced at $350

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