Verdict
While it may seem that Sony has just added 2 million pixels to the NEX-5 and rebadged it, there is far more going on in the NEX-5N. For example, the image sensor isn’t just of a higher resolution, as it also has a better dynamic range and improved handling of noise. The new optional EVF and phase-detection Alpha mount adapter are great additions to the NEX line-up, although they are expensive. While the touchscreen LCD is useful, it is not as significant as we would have hoped.
However, the Sony NEX-5N is bettered by few compact system cameras when it comes to image quality, and although it may be seen as the little brother to the NEX-7, for many it will be hard to argue against investing in the image quality, size and handling of the NEX-5N.
