09-30-2010, 04:09 PM
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dave9t5, on 28 September 2010 - 09:21 AM, said:
So, the NEX is quite exciting. Compact with largish-sensor like the T4 Super, and a fastish small 24mm (eq.) option.
Exciting it is, but plagued by serious shortcomings. To quote dpreview:"In conclusion, the NEX system shows a great deal of promise but we'd strongly advise waiting for the next generation of products."
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I was also talking about the NEX system, not the current bodies. The potential of this system is very high.
Regardless, the current NEX bodies are not plagued. They are perfect for what they are, especially for an initial effort. Firstly, they are infinitely more functional than my old Yashica T4 super. Second for the price and size, they are competing with advanced compacts, not with professional featured cameras.
I think Sony was right to rush these to market in their current format. The current NEX-3/5 bodies have followed a very simple strategy to make the hardware and features simple and uncomplicated. That allows them to focus on a very unique (or controversial) tiny body, while keeping the cost low. This lowers the risk of entering the market while testing the waters for the response to the new system. Further, they acknowledge that the upgrade cycle for bodies is more important than lenses (opposite of film era).
To me, as a consumer, the price and relative features of the NEX-3 make it a low-risk purchase. I know a way better NEX will come along in less than a year (it's Sony, there will be lot's of new models very soon) but since I didn't spend a grand ($1000) on a body that will be obsolete soon, I'm comfortable to start with it.
dave9t5, on 28 September 2010 - 09:21 AM, said:
So, the NEX is quite exciting. Compact with largish-sensor like the T4 Super, and a fastish small 24mm (eq.) option.
Exciting it is, but plagued by serious shortcomings. To quote dpreview:"In conclusion, the NEX system shows a great deal of promise but we'd strongly advise waiting for the next generation of products."
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I was also talking about the NEX system, not the current bodies. The potential of this system is very high.
Regardless, the current NEX bodies are not plagued. They are perfect for what they are, especially for an initial effort. Firstly, they are infinitely more functional than my old Yashica T4 super. Second for the price and size, they are competing with advanced compacts, not with professional featured cameras.
I think Sony was right to rush these to market in their current format. The current NEX-3/5 bodies have followed a very simple strategy to make the hardware and features simple and uncomplicated. That allows them to focus on a very unique (or controversial) tiny body, while keeping the cost low. This lowers the risk of entering the market while testing the waters for the response to the new system. Further, they acknowledge that the upgrade cycle for bodies is more important than lenses (opposite of film era).
To me, as a consumer, the price and relative features of the NEX-3 make it a low-risk purchase. I know a way better NEX will come along in less than a year (it's Sony, there will be lot's of new models very soon) but since I didn't spend a grand ($1000) on a body that will be obsolete soon, I'm comfortable to start with it.