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Sony Announces NEX-7 and NEX-5N Cameras

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  1. Amin Sabet

    Amin Sabet Administrator

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    Sony today announced two NEX cameras, the NEX-7 and the NEX-5N.

    Screen shot 2011-08-24 at 7.47.00 AM.

    The Sony NEX-7 is the new flagship of the Sony NEX line and has a feature list which incorporates nearly every desire I have seen expressed by the enthusiasts who frequent photography forums:
    • Integrated electronic viewfinder without the "DSLR hump"
    • 2.4M dot OLED EVF with eye sensor
    • Three control wheels for extensive tactile control over camera operations
    • New 24MP sensor for class leading resolution with ISO range 100-16,000
    • Flip-style (90 degrees up/45 degrees down) 922K-dot 3-inch rear LCD display
    • Shutter lag reduced to just 0.02 seconds using optional electronic first curtain
    • 10 frames per second burst mode for up to 13 consecutive frames in RAW mode
    • Integrated flash and hot shoe
    • Progressive 1080p60 HD movie recording with built-in stereo mic and full manual exposure control
    Screen shot 2011-08-24 at 7.47.16 AM.

    The only features thing I can think of which is missing from the NEX-7 is a touch-responsive rear LCD, which interestingly has been incorporated into the new NEX-5N but not the flagship NEX-7.

    According to early reports, the NEX-7 will be priced ~$1200 body only or $1350-1400 with 18-55mm kit lens (a black version of which will only be available with the NEX-7). No other kit options (eg, Zeiss 24/1.8) have been announced.
    Screen shot 2011-08-24 at 7.46.42 AM.
    The second new camera announced today, pictured above, is the NEX-5N, which price-wise will occupy the middle position in the NEX range. The NEX-5N is an update to the existing NEX-5 and as mentioned above adds a touch-response rear LCD while increasing the sensor resolution to 16MP with an ISO range of up to 25,600 equivalent.

    Like the NEX-7, the NEX-5N offers a 0.02s shutter lag, improved autofocus speed compared to the prior NEX-5 model, burst mode of 10FPS, and full 1920X1080 HD video at 24P or 60P using AVCHD with manual control over exposure.

    The NEX-5N will cost ~$600 body only or $700 for 18-55mm lens kit. There will be an optional EVF for the NEX-5N which will feature the same 2.4MP OLED specification as the integrated EVF in the NEX-7 and priced at ~$350-399 based.

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    Amin Sabet, Aug 24, 2011
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  2. Yves Gajardo

    Yves Gajardo TalkEmount Veteran

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    Super Excited already!!! I know I won't be able to wait!
     
    Yves Gajardo, Aug 24, 2011
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  3. m_i_t_u_l_i_c_a

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    I think you meant the NEX-5N. Isn't the NEX-7 ~$1200?
     
    m_i_t_u_l_i_c_a, Aug 24, 2011
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  4. Armanius

    Armanius TalkEmount Regular

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    I think that's what he meant! :)
     
    Armanius, Aug 24, 2011
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  5. Amin Sabet

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    Oops fixed it thanks

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    Amin Sabet, Aug 24, 2011
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  6. davect01

    davect01 Super Moderator Subscribing Member

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    Again, as much as I love the current NEX and love the new design of the NEX-7, I just can not see spending $1200. If you are willing to spend that much, there are some great full to mid sized DSLR's available. This puts this camera out of the range of most point and shoot owners looking for a bit more.

    Part of the appeal of the original NEX was the pricing. For just a little bit more, you could step up from the point and shot world. That is what first interested me. I was originally looking at a point and shoot that was $300ish, when I saw the NEX display. For $550.00 it was a bit more than what I had planned, but still within a reasonable budget. The $1200.00 price puts this new camera clearly out of the range of all of those looking for a bit more.

    I am happy to see more lenses come out, who would buy a camera system for $1200.00 with only three lenses available. Even though I am not going to buy one at this point, (see what they cost on EBAY in a year or so), I am anxious to see the reviews and hear what this camera can do. Hopefully this camera will be stunning.
     
    davect01, Aug 24, 2011
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  7. idoblu

    idoblu TalkEmount Regular

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    It would be nice if Nex-7 is package with the Zeiss 24mm or at least the 50mm f1.8 instead of the dated SEL1855 which everybody has.
    1200 for body alone is pretty steep as well. 1000 would be ok, 800 would be better....LOL
     
    idoblu, Aug 25, 2011
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  8. macjim

    macjim TalkEmount Regular

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    After seeing the new NEX-5n, and the new OLED viewfinder, that has changed my mind about getting the NEX-C3. It's not as nice looking as the C3 but it does have other things going for it, lower ISO, the viewfinder, better grip, touch screen (although that's not a deal breaker) and a few other things. But an extra £100 over the C3; ouch! Oh well, think I'll need to trade in my DSLR to afford it.


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    macjim, Aug 25, 2011
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  9. Ross

    Ross TalkEmount Regular

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    Ugh, the prices. If I want a 24MP sensor, I'll settle to A65.
     
    Ross, Aug 25, 2011
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  10. Phoenix

    Phoenix TalkEmount Top Veteran

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    I'd probably go for the body only and continue using 3rd party lenses. Sony glass just isnt for me, I'll wait for a couple of months for the general consensus on the Zeiss, but even then I'd still probably stick to the lenses I already have.

    Well..unless I win the lottery....
     
    Phoenix, Aug 25, 2011
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  11. CesarM

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    the Nex-7 camera its looks like a very good camera



    Cesar Melendrez
     
    CesarM, Aug 25, 2011
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  12. jlabate

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    The 7 seems close to perfect. I've never had much interest in Sony cameras but this one has really got my attention. I wish it had a jack for stereo sound, a pc terminal and the proprietary hot shoe was a shock to me. But the high quality evf, tilting display, control buttons, and 24mp sensor are calling to me. Lenses - well more are certainly to come and some of those from manufacturers other than Sony. In the meantime I have lots of legacy glass to try.
     
    jlabate, Aug 26, 2011
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  13. Ross

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    Ross, Aug 26, 2011
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  14. Travisennis

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    Ross, I agree. The NEX-5N is surely impressive. I'm surprised to see that it does better than the NEX-C3 as I was under the impression they both had the same sensor.
     
    Travisennis, Aug 26, 2011
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  15. Ross

    Ross TalkEmount Regular

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    Truly impressive, and here's the ISO comparison to Nikon, Canon, Panasonic best DSLR cameras. The best is 5N. :)

    Image quality at ISO 12,800 goes like this:

    1. Sony NEX 5N
    2. Canon 5D Mark II
    3. Canon 60D / 7D / 600D
    4. Sony A77 / NEX 7
    5. Panasonic GH2.

    Which is best for low light? Sony NEX 5N or NEX 7 and A77? | EOSHD.com
     
    Ross, Aug 27, 2011
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  16. BruPri

    BruPri TalkEmount Regular

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    Great. Now my brand new C3 seems obsolete already...
     
    BruPri, Aug 27, 2011
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  17. Travisennis

    Travisennis TalkEmount Veteran

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    Isn't that always case? :)
     
    Travisennis, Aug 27, 2011
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  18. BruPri

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    Sadly yes. I just pre-ordered a 7...how long before the "C7" or NEX-8 clouds roll in?
     
    BruPri, Aug 27, 2011
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  19. Amin Sabet

    Amin Sabet Administrator

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    As far as I know, the C3 and 5N use the same sensor, so if the 5N is high ISO king, then so is the C3 ;).
     
    Amin Sabet, Aug 27, 2011
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  20. BruPri

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    True Amin, I will enjoy the king until November. Long live the king...
     
    BruPri, Aug 27, 2011
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