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Nex 16mm f/2.8 Comparison Link - See how good or bad it really is
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[quote name='Sammy' timestamp='1285822158' post='3379']



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.
#22
[quote name='Klaus' timestamp='1285827765' post='3381']

You've to go into the menu system to change ISO, AF/drive mode and WB but just often do you do that ?

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Recent firmware update address this:

[url="http://www.imaging-resource.com/NEWS/1285109120.html"]http://www.imaging-resource.com/NEWS/1285109120.html[/url]



Quote:

[indent]"Adds customizable buttons: A gigantic improvement for experienced users. The center button and lower-left button on the camera's back (see illustration above) can now have a wide range of camera functions assigned to them. Sony reps at the press event didn't have an exact number for how many functions could be assigned, but said it was "a whole passel" -- potentially 20 or more. Configurable options include things like white balance, ISO, exposure mode, etc. The center button can have up to three functions assigned to it simultaneously, which can be selected by pressing multiple times or pressing and scrolling with the rear control dial. The lower left button supports just one function at once. Bottom line, you'll be able to have up to four camera functions close at hand, rather than having to delve into the menu system."[/indent]



Same update adds focusing for Alpha-mount SSM/SAM lenses.
#23
[quote name='Sammy' timestamp='1285822158' post='3379']

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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rofl... dpreview? Seriously? <img src='http://forum.photozone.de/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/laugh.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='Tongue' /> Can't think of a worse bunch to listen to. Just don't know where to begin when talking about how incompetant their team is.
#24
[quote name='genotypewriter' timestamp='1286026171' post='3450']

rofl... dpreview? Seriously? <img src='http://forum.photozone.de/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/laugh.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='Tongue' /> Can't think of a worse bunch to listen to. Just don't know where to begin when talking about how incompetant their team is.

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How about starting somewhere? Doesn't need to be fully comprehensive <img src='http://forum.photozone.de/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/wink.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='Wink' />
enjoy
#25
[quote name='joachim' timestamp='1286092917' post='3459']

How about starting somewhere? Doesn't need to be fully comprehensive <img src='http://forum.photozone.de/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/wink.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='Wink' />

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That's like asking me to do someone else's homework... yes, I can do it. I might even have fun doing it. But no <img src='http://forum.photozone.de/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/biggrin.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='Big Grin' />



GTW
  


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