Have to agree, the biggest let down in this hobby is when you purchase equipment that does not perform for you. Get the 8, you'll see a lot more with it, and it is only $700.00. If you look at it from a daily cost its less that a dollar a day over a year. It will be the best dollar you spent each day. BTW, welcome to the forum and merry
and a happy new year.
Good will and peace to all men (err and woman)
Paul