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Umm OP is asking about NEX-5N versus NEX-7. NEX-7 off course already has an EVF and we I think we don't know yet how they compare in terms of wide-angle rangefinder performance?Electronic first curtain shutter
Ability to take an EVF
Better with wide angle rangefinder lenses which seems to have improved the performance of the kit lens.
To name a few
My hunch is two things. First is cost savings, second is user perception. Touchscreen is still viewed as "consumer" as opposed to "pro". Plus the extra dials somewhat obviate the need for the touchscreen.Nope, no touchscreen on NEX-7, which is odd.
Truth is . . .with the NEX 5n, I established how well implemented the touch screen is . . but I really don't ever use it. It's the focus peaking which is the real winnerMy hunch is two things. First is cost savings, second is user perception. Touchscreen is still viewed as "consumer" as opposed to "pro". Plus the extra dials somewhat obviate the need for the touchscreen.
As far as I can tell:
NEX-7:
digital level, tri-navi, built-in evf, 5 step exposure comp, LCD tilts up to a fully flat 90 degrees (but evf is slightly in the way.)
NEX-5N:
touchscreen (surprisingly useful for focus magnification and image review,) add on EVF that tilts
The big question right now is whether the NEX-7 will perform as well with rangefinder wides as the 5N. I just got the 5N, and I have a 7 on pre-order, but there's a good chance I may stick with the 5N. My Ciesta leather half-case makes the 5N a nice size to grip (almost identical in size to NEX-7,) and I love touchscreen magnification. I would like the NEX-7's resolution, but not if it means corner issues with M wides.
So, I was having some trouble in really low light low contrast conditions to actually get anything to "peak" and I switched t the magnified mode. I don't get peaking when magnified.....correct?Man, I think the touchscreen is sweet. Being able to touch anywhere on the screen to magnify focus speeds things up for me considerably, when I'm not using peaking. Plus, being able to check my focus in image review by tapping the area in question is a big time saver.
Ha! I wish I could. I figure that, since stock is going to be low for a while due to the unfortunate situation in Thailand, I should get most of my money back on NEX-5n if I sell it after NEX-7 arrives...if NEX-7 arrives.If you preffer the NEx7 can I have your NEX-5n?