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terkan
08-04-2010, 06:47 PM
anyone got one of those? i'm not that really into photography ~ but do like to take some nice pics sometimes ~ and not a fan of really carrying a dslr around.. anyone bought one of those? that's ur review on it? so far from what i see on the web it's a great camera with close to dslr quality but much smaller. any input is appreciated thx
Senna4ever
08-04-2010, 07:00 PM
I think it's great for what it is, but some people may not like the size of the lenses. Due to the large sensor, the lenses are quite big. The great thing about this camera is that with an adapter you can fit lenses from just about every manufacturer on it.
ilvtofu
08-04-2010, 07:09 PM
I think it looks odd. Having a fat lens on a slim body. Like a petite asian girl with implants. I'm just curious of how the video capabilities are and how fast the af is. Although for the price I'd much rather get a t2i for a bit more
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terkan
08-04-2010, 07:15 PM
I think it looks odd. Having a fat lens on a slim body. Like a petite asian girl with implants. I'm just curious of how the video capabilities are and how fast the af is. Although for the price I'd much rather get a t2i for a bit more
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i agree it does look a bit odd with the lens and everything on specially if you get the black one coz the accessories are all silver atm i think. but the size and weight of that thing is really attractive to me
Strzelec
08-04-2010, 07:15 PM
I have a nex 5, and it takes some AMAZING pictures. Mind you im no photographer, but I do like high quality images, and this definitely exceeds my expectations for the camera that it is. HD video is decent too. The only gripe i have is the zoom with the default lens doesnt magnify much, but thats what different lenses are for right?
ddr
08-04-2010, 08:15 PM
I think it's great for what it is, but some people may not like the size of the lenses. Due to the large sensor, the lenses are quite big. The great thing about this camera is that with an adapter you can fit lenses from just about every manufacturer on it.

this sounds interesting. does the adapter let you AF with lenses from other manufacturers?
Levitron
08-04-2010, 09:06 PM
I played with one while I was in the UK. I love the build quality of the camera, but found the weighting of the camera to be a bit off centre. I did love my Sony F717 (which had the off-centre lens), but I found the NEX cameras to be a bit awkward in my hands. This could be because I have gotten used to SLR-style chassis design.
Senna4ever
08-04-2010, 09:38 PM
this sounds interesting. does the adapter let you AF with lenses from other manufacturers?

Definitely not. There may be an adapter coming which will allow AF to be retained with Minolta/Sony SSM lenses though.
LiquidTurbo
08-04-2010, 10:02 PM
Is dust a problem since the sensor is so exposed?
Meowjin
08-04-2010, 10:41 PM
doesnt it still have a shutter?
Senna4ever
08-04-2010, 10:49 PM
Is dust a problem since the sensor is so exposed?
Probably, but it does have dust removal.
skyxx
08-04-2010, 11:14 PM
The Sweeping Panorama feature is great! Very responsive and quick!
Strzelec
08-05-2010, 09:43 AM
The Sweeping Panorama feature is great! Very responsive and quick!

Very true. A lot of people ask me what im doing when i take those and are quite impressed by the final image. It also takes them in 3d, but havent been able to test this due to my lack of a 3d tv
Boostslut
08-05-2010, 02:32 PM
Wow! I've wanted to get one of these for my girlfriend who has an xsi and a 18-200. She never uses it because of the size, but i think the NEX would be a bit better package for her. Pano mode sounds cool too!
!MiKrofT
08-07-2010, 06:26 PM
Just played briefly with a Nex5. Feels really good. Tempting
skyxx
08-09-2010, 03:18 PM
I would like to know how long the battery last(.mins). The site says "330" pictures but that's still no clear indicator of how long it'll last.
Nismo200SX
08-14-2010, 01:48 PM
I played around with it the NEX3 and NEX5 at various store displays and between them the samsung NX10, olympus EP1 i find the NEX feels the best. the weight distribution feels easy on the hands especially compared to the EP1 which felt heavier and a bit awkward to hold.

the display is nice and fancy too. changing settings shooting in manual wont be much different for canon shooters but for a nikon shooter it will be a bit slow and annoying going into menus to change stuff and not just pressing a button and rotating the command dial.

the pancake lens makes it really feel like a real PnS too but it does focus nice and fast. If not for the price I would probably get one.
skyxx
08-14-2010, 08:40 PM
After playing around with it, the E-mount lenses aren't as sharp but it's not bad!
bcedhk
08-14-2010, 11:46 PM
i hate how there is no knob to change settings (P A S M), and how every menu there is a long ass instruction explaining what it does.
Senna4ever
08-15-2010, 12:58 AM
^^^ You can probably turn that "n00b" function off.
c3m
08-20-2010, 09:06 AM
i hate how there is no knob to change settings (P A S M), and how every menu there is a long ass instruction explaining what it does.

because Sony stated the NEX 3 and 5 right now are targeted at point & shoot users who want to have DSLR quality with interchangeable lens.

It isn't targeted to current DSLR users. The NEX 7 prototype is expected to target DSLR users and it most likely be shown at Photokina next month with an expected release date early next year.
skyxx
08-24-2010, 11:06 PM
Test shot.

http://i38.tinypic.com/71ipzr.jpg
Yuffa
10-11-2010, 11:34 AM
I am really tempted to buy too. Never owned a DSLR and have been shopping around quite awhile for one. But for $800+ is it really worth it to get this rather than a fatty DSLR?
Senna4ever
10-11-2010, 11:45 AM
I am really tempted to buy too. Never owned a DSLR and have been shopping around quite awhile for one. But for $800+ is it really worth it to get this rather than a fatty DSLR?
That's a question only you can answer. I personally would not mind one, as my smallest, most used camera/lens combo currently is a Canon 5DmkII + 24-70. I do have a Sony A700 + 16-80mm Zeiss, but I never use it anymore. The NEX5 can potentially replace it for the times I don't need a huge camera.
niforpix
10-11-2010, 08:02 PM
Test shot.

http://i38.tinypic.com/71ipzr.jpg

Not very sharp. :rolleyes:
endless402
10-11-2010, 09:34 PM
the only good thing about nex is that u can buy zeiss lenses


then again u can buy leica for m4/3
terkan
10-11-2010, 10:02 PM
Not very sharp. :rolleyes:
there are settings you can adjust to make it sharper ~ i took the dive buying one.. the image quality is the best u can get for a digital camera.. and i can't complain about the size..
UM26
10-11-2010, 10:33 PM
there are settings you can adjust to make it sharper ~ i took the dive buying one.. the image quality is the best u can get for a digital camera.. and i can't complain about the size..

did u ever take a look at the GF1? Images are a lot sharper

not a fan of the touch dial on the NEX
Senna4ever
10-11-2010, 11:20 PM
there are settings you can adjust to make it sharper ~ i took the dive buying one.. the image quality is the best u can get for a digital camera.. and i can't complain about the size..
Sharpness will depend on the lens and your hand holding ability.

...and no, the NEX does not have the best image quality of any digital camera. Where did you get that idea?
ddr
10-11-2010, 11:51 PM
the detail smearing is pretty prominent... i'm not sure if you even have to pixel peep to see it. they should just leave the noise in and let us process it later. at least have a mode to turn this suppression off.

and the ui isn't very intuitive... but maybe it's b/c i was trying to dig thru a mainlander's unit in chinese. i imagine it's the same layout in english tho
endless402
10-14-2010, 08:12 PM
well the firmware update made the menu system better

i think it's best to wait for the next gen. most companies never get it right on the first go

and hopefully better lenses at reasonable prices. the 16mm is so dissapointing
c3m
10-14-2010, 09:32 PM
Just a heads up
The new software is out for NEX3 and 5.

Here are the key update features:

Autofocus with A-mount lenses
Aperture priority with video recording
Soft key settings
Menu start
MF Assist


Alpha lens that supports AF

SAM lenses

* DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM [SAL1855]
* 28-75mm F2.8 SAM [SAL2875],
* DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM [SAL55200-2]
* DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM [SAL30M28]
* DT 35mm F1.8 SAM [SAL35F18]
* DT 50mm F1.8 SAM [SAL50F18]
* 85mm F2.8 SAM [SAL85F28]

SSM lenses

* Vario-Sonnar T* 16-35mm F2.8 ZA SSM [SAL1635Z]
* Vario-Sonnar T* 24-70mm F2.8 ZA SSM [SAL2470Z]
* Distagon T* 24mm F2 ZA SSM [SAL24F20Z]
* 70-200mm F2.8 G [SAL70200G]
* 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G SSM [SAL70300G]
* 70-400mm F4-5.6 G SSM [SAL70400G]
* 300mm F2.8 G [SAL300F28G]
!MiKrofT
10-22-2010, 02:19 PM
Just bought a Nex 5 for my take anywhere camera. I'm really liking what I see so far. Time to upgrade firmware to version 3.
skyxx
10-28-2010, 02:07 PM
Anyone know any viewfinder much like the Z-finder that will fit on the NEX-5?. Would be great!
ddr
10-28-2010, 08:59 PM
lookup this one (http://cheesycam.com/evil-little-lcdvf-twin-vs-lcdvf/)
skyxx
11-12-2010, 02:06 PM
LA-EA1 adapter flaw.

http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/read.asp?forum=1042&message=36846243

Interesting find on the A mount to E Mount adapter.

No worries, I guess I'll just wait for the other "Higher end" lens' to come out!