When I woke up this morning, I decided to bring it with me to work. Took a few photos - absolutely no photo editing done other than re-sizing the photos smaller for convenience of download on website.
This mirrorless camera is reputed to be one of the best in the market now. Here's my one day review:
1. Size of the camera - for the first time I am holding something that is slightly heavier than a paper-weight to take photos. For someone who is used to lugging a DSLR camera around, the size and weight of the Sony NEX 7 is a welcome fresh-breath.
2. Dynamic range - it's got a very good dynamic range for a camera this size - I am truly surprised. I have intentionally took the photos below to demonstrate its dynamic range handling abilities... items in the shadow still shows up very clearly. impressive!
3. Auto-focus - this is a downsize to the camera especially in low light condition. I am not sure what is the name of the focusing technology used here - but it is evidently slower than a DSLR like the 7D (which by the way is super!)
4. Electronic viewfinder - while many applaud the EVF of the NEX 7, I think it is only average. Maybe I am comparing to the optical viewfinder quality I get on a 5D. The colour rendition in the EVF is not very accurate. Also I don't think one can use the EVF to perform manual focusing - it does not offer sufficient image details for manual focusing. I was originally thinking of buying an adapter so that I could use my Canon lens on this machine... now I think can save some $$. I seriously don't see how I can work with manual focusing on this camera.
5. Handling - maybe it is the size of the camera... holding it in my hands actually feels a bit weird... somewhat too light. IT doesn't feel very "balanced" well... I guess I cannot complain, this is a compact szie camera after all.
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