The Nokia E71 is the start of a journey that has brought us to its ultimate conclusion (so far) in the form of the mighty Nokia E6. The amazing build quality and full QWERTY keyboard are still present but there is so much more to be had. Join us after the jump and enjoy our Nokia E6 and Nokia E71 hands-on photo comparison.

For many, the Nokia E71 is the finest moment in the history of the E Series as it combines amazing build quality, super functionality with a knock-out battery life. This morning we managed to get out hands on the Nokia E6 for the first time and have to admit, the glory that is the Nokia E71 has been over-shadowed. That’s right, by the Nokia E6.

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It’s easy to see the DNA heritage on show between the Nokia E6 and the Nokia E71 with it stainless steel and glass body. The QWERTY keyboard is still very much on show but it’s been enhanced and refined to make it easier to use and more comfortable to fire off quick messages and longer emails.

However, there is an obvious difference, and that’s the addition of a 2.46-inch touchscreen display on the Nokia E6. This combination of keypad and touchscreen means you can access your files and messages in the way that suits you best.

Then there is the Symbian Anna operating system offers up a faster browsing experience and switching between homescreens and apps is now easier than ever with the Nokia E6.

We think Nokia has done an amazing job with the Nokia E6, making this possibly the best ever E Series device around. Still not convinced? Check out our Nokia E6 versus Nokia E71 photo gallery below and take in all the changes for yourself. Impressed with what’s on offer? Let us know what you think in the Comments below.

Check out our Nokia E6 versus Nokia E71 Hands-on photo comparison gallery: