I've been using the FZ8 for a while now.I'm based on the West Coast of New Zealands South Island and mostly take nature shots,particularly fungi macros in very low light conditions.I began with the FZ2,then the FZ5.
I tried a Canon Powershot S3IS briefly but went back to Panasonic with the FZ8
....What can I say? Phenomenal camera for a compact.
I'm only just learning to use it to full effect though and I'm constantly surprised by its versatility.