I have to say I am not impressed by the latest iteration of the SXxx series from what I have read so far.
Hits:
Vastly improved EVF, that is a real improvement over the earliers versions
For those who do video (not me) I am glad they got some 4k performance - but I would expect both mic and headphone inputs if they were serious about video.
Faster processor
Not sure:
Some sites indicate the camera does support RAW while others say not. It would be really a pain if they dropped RAW as it is one of best tools to improve the quality of the images in PP.
Misses:
Sensor size - Another shot in the MP war. For a sensor this size it makes no sense to me to keep cramming more pixels into this space. They will simply be less efficient and generate more noise. Frankly I would have preferred fewer (and larger, less noisy) pixels with improved dynamic range and low light performance.
Loss of the hotshoe - the built-in flash is not that powerful but will drain the rather small battery. Being able to attach and control an external flash was one big feature of this series as it made up for the slower lens performance.
I was fine with the focal length range but would have hoped for slightly better and faster lens performance.
I have had the SX40 and SX50, and I currently have the SX60 - this will not encourge me to buy the new version.
cheers, TREVOR
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