I think Sony has it right on the live view. It has articulated viewfinder and enabling live view blacks out the viewfinder. This feature is already in use in some of their P&S cameras.

I am currently shooting with a Minolta Maxxum 7D and can see upgrading to the a350. I like the idea of being able to hold my camera over my head in a crowd and being able focus on the subjects on stage... I have kids in school, what can I say.

"I have regretted not taking a photo, never the other way around."

-Curt L.