I recently got the new box of Esienkern, and managed to find a box of the originals. A couple quick thoughts on the new one as compared to the old.
First- the weapons options are straight up DOPE. So much versatility in the box without really needing and upgrade sprue. Very cool.
Second- When doing a stright up compare side by side, the originals are definately chonkier, but not overly so. I am able to mix and match weapons no sweat, giving my larger troops the shorter rifle and sniper weapons without issue. i do have some issue getting the new ones built, but that's more of a "I smashed my booger picker on the might hand and have too much coffee everyday" kinda thing than a real gripe.
Third- The originals have bases. Now, I understand that we already get a really awesome set for the value, but would it hurt to throw some bases in the box? There's plenty of room in there.
Fourth (and last for now)- Seeing as WGA is going digital on so many things right now, a set of torsos and shoulder pads would be excellent as a thing to buy as it would allow for the leftover legs and weapons to be turned into more troops, further increasing the value.
What are others thoughts on the new ones? I'm waiting on my first 20 ladies to compare them to a box of the older ladies, and once that has happened, I'll be dropping a review of them on my blog. Until then, curious what others thoughts are on this.
and as most my figures end up on Transperant bases I`m really pleased. 
