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Versatile optical 26X zoom lens with 22.3mm ultra-wide-angle coverage to accommodate diversified subjects
Within its compact, easy-to-carry body, the PENTAX X-5 features a high-magnification optical 26-times zoom lens offering focal-length coverage from 22.3mm ultra-wide angle to 580mm super telephoto (in the 35mm format). Coupled with the 1cm Macro mode, which lets the photographer capture dramatic close-up images of a subject from just one centimetre away, it offers quick, effortless shooting in a wide range of photographic situations. It also provides the Intelligent Zoom function, which extends the camera’s zoom coverage to approximately 187.2 times (for a focal length of 4174mm in the 35mm format) without compromising image quality.
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Back-illuminated CMOS image sensor to optimise image quality in high-sensitivity shooting
The X-5 incorporates a back-illuminated CMOS image sensor. With its top sensitivity of ISO 6400 and approximately 16.0 effective megapixels, it demonstrates remarkable high-sensitivity, low-noise characteristics and assures high-speed image data readout to deliver super-high-resolution images. The X-5 also features a state-of-the-art imaging engine. Supported by the latest Super Resolution technology, this engine offers outstanding image-processing performance to produce clear, high-quality images with well-defined details. In addition, its unique Handheld Night Scene shooting mode helps the photographer capture a blur-free night-time image by taking multiple images at once and synthesising them into a single composite picture.
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Dual shake-reduction system to assure sharp, blur-free images
The X-5’s dual shake-reduction system couples the PENTAX-developed sensor-shift-type SR (Shake Reduction) mechanism with a digital SR mode to more effectively compensate for annoying camera shake. This hybrid system assures the photographer of sharp, blur-free images even under demanding, camera-shake-prone shooting conditions, such as when using a telephoto lens, shooting with incident light only in poorly lit locations, or photographing sunset scenes.
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Large, tilt-able LCD monitor
The X-5 comes equipped with a large 3.0-inch, high-definition LCD monitor with approximately 460,000 dots. Its tilt-able construction allows the photographer to tilt the monitor up and down and set it at angle easiest for viewing. It also provides a clear view of images and menus displayed on the screen to assure a quick, effortless check of recorded images and swift, error-free setting changes.
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Electronic viewfinder with diopter adjustment for clear view of the subject even under bright sunshine
The X-5 features an electronic viewfinder, which comes in handy when shooting a subject in harsh backlight or when the photographer needs a more solid hold of the camera. Its diopter adjustment mechanism assures the user of the clearest view of both subject and viewfinder display, while minimising eye fatigue during extended shooting sessions.
Full HD-standard movie recording for extended recording of high-quality movies
The X-5 features the Full HD movie recording function employing the H-264 recording format. The user can capture high-quality; extended movie clips (1920 x 1080 pixels at a 16:9 aspect ratio) at a frame rate of 30 frames per second. It also offers creative movie playback features, such as High-speed Movie mode for slow-motion playback and Time-lapse Movie mode for fast-forward playback. A micro-HDMI terminal (Type D) is also provided on the camera body for the output of recorded movies and sound to external devices.
Powered by AA batteries
Since the X-5 is powered by four AA-size batteries, there’s no worry about battery shortages, even when on the road. Thanks to its power-efficient design, the X-5 can capture approximately 330 images with a fresh set of alkaline batteries, eliminating the need for frequent battery changes, particularly in the middle of important shooting sessions.
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User-friendly Auto Picture mode for hands-off selection of the best shooting mode
The X-5 features the PENTAX-original Auto Picture mode, which automatically assesses the subject’s conditions and selects the most appropriate shooting mode from 16 distinctive shooting modes, including Landscape, Portrait, Candlelight and Pet. It even comes with the Auto Macro function, which automatically switches the focus mode to Macro when it detects the subject positioned a short distance away.
Quick-set mode dial for delay-free selection of a desired shooting mode
The X-5 lets the user quickly and effortlessly select the desired shooting mode — from a total of 10 modes including the hands-off Auto Picture, Scene, Program, Manual, Landscape and Handheld Night Snap — with a single turn of the mode dial, without having to access the on-screen menu.
Product Description
Capture incredible close-ups with the 1 cm Macro mode, and get total control of your compositions with the tilt-able 3" LCD display and electronic sensor. The sensor is mechanically stabilised to reduce blur when capturing shots of moving subjects.
This bridge camera includes shortcut buttons to record Full HD footage and several modes to boost the quality of photos.
Internal menu languages: English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Polish, Czech as, Hungarian, Turkish, Greek, Russian, Korean, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Japanese.
General:
Device Type : Game pad, wheel
Width : 16.7 cm
Depth : 15 cm
Height : 4.7 cm
Weight : 0.3 kg
Input Device:
Connectivity Technology : Wired
Buttons Qty : 10
Pointing Device / Manipulator : 8-way cross keypad
Features : Programmable buttons, vibration
Expansion / Connectivity:
Interfaces : 1 x USB - 4 PIN USB Type A
Miscellaneous:
Cables Included : 1 x USB cable - 1.8 m
Software / System Requirements:
Software Included : Drivers & Utilities, Monaco Grand Prix Racing Simulation2
OS Required : Microsoft Windows 98
Min Processor Type : Pentium MMX - 166 MHz
Min RAM Size : 32 MB
Min Hard Drive Space : 60 MB
Manufacturer Warranty:
Service & Support : 2 years warranty
Service & Support Details : Limited warranty - 2 years
(may require an EU/UK adaptor which is included free of charge)
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Customer Reviews
I almost wrote off the Pentax X-5 based on the fact that there were only a few (albeit good) reviews - I am very glad that I did not, and it took me a while to realise why I was having difficulty finding reviews and sample photos - the camera had only been released in September 2012! Having researched a bit more into this camera, including looking up sample photos, online video reviews and forum comments, I was quickly persuaded that this bridge camera would be the way to go - just looking at the 1cm Macro sample photos of insects flashed images into my head about being the next David Attenborough, and the optical zoom range had me daydreaming about snapping birds for the latest countryfile calendar! Combined with the possibilily of FULL HD 1080p video recording, I was sold!
So, what do I think of the camera now that I have purchased it? In a sentence - it has surpassed (and continues to surpass) my expectations. It easily ticks my two intitial requirements, and there are so may extra features onboard (requiring a manual on CD of over 200 pages) that I will be discovering them for days after - just today I experimented with slow-motion (albeit at 30fps and 640 x 400 resolution), timelapse, panoramic photographs, and post-photograph filters.
For the more advanced and experienced photographer, there are many manual settings that I am sure will appeal, including adjusting exposures and various balances, as well as setting various light setting modes.
The view screen is clear and bright, and can be pulled away from the camera on a bracket and adjusted up / down etc. to achieve awkward angles for photography, and there is also an electronic viewfinder which can be used instead.
The flash is good, and like many other features it can be adjusted, and pops up with the simple press of a button.
So, in summary, I would say:
Positives:
Good quality photographs - well balanced colours and tones, minimal chromatic abberation
Good quality video - up to full 1080p HD
Good onboard functionality - ability to edit / apply filters to photos etc.
Good ergonomics - fits well in the hand, not too heavy but feeling quite solidly built
Zoom and Macro modes - match and surpass many more expensive models
Onboard features - plenty of options here, including the ability to assign a customisable set-up to a 'green button' on the back
Takes 4x AA batteries - convenient!
Negatives:
No flash card supplied, carry case or HDMI cable for output to TV (quite normal I think)
Low-light photography a little on grainy side with 'autopicture' setting - could most likely be improved by changing settings
A few autofocus issues at zoom (again, quite normal for bridge cameras - focussing can be achieved by half-press of trigger button)
Battery cover a little flimsy - no big issue though
Overall:
If you are looking for a high-end digital SLR with professional looking photographs every time, then this camera will naturally not tick all the boxes, but then again it doesn't pretend to - it is a bridge camera, and it achieves this very well for a good price. If, like me, you are an amateur photographer wishing to take a mixture of good quality family photos and good video, with an eye to perhaps more in depth functionality, then this camera could well be for you. My advice is to definitely check out sample photographs on google to help you decide for yourself - I don't think that you will be disappointed!
Two weeks ago, I finally took the plunge and went for the Pentax X-5. The main selling points for me were that there are specific buttons to adjust the white balance and shoot mode (drive v. single shot), and that the camera takes standard AA batteries that are easily available. When comparing to pricier models (Nikon, Sony, Fujifilm), I still had to navigate through different menus for quite some time before I could make adjustments - and when taking pictures you want to spend time on the shot, not the menu.
The camera arrived just in time for my trip to India, and it has been absolutely brilliant so far. The shake reduction has been great for taking pics on the move, be it out of a car window or from the back of a tuk tuk. The simplicity with which you can make adjustments to cater for the lighting has been fab and has allowed me to take some great shots in the mountains.
Granted the AA batteries do not last as long - all in all I had to change them after four days heavy use, but I could get replacement batteries (for pennies) even in some very remote locations in the Indian countryside - and only had to buy new ones because I forgot my spare set of rechargeable ones.
All in all, the perfect camera for me!
The number of options and settings is extremely comprehensive and well beyond my point and click requirements. What I did like was the auto settings coping with day and night, indoor and outside with no significant degradation in photo quality. The lens is almost wide angle at x1 setting but zooms in smoothly to x26 for tight/detailed shots. The anti-shake features really do seem to work, especially when zoomed in a lot, and the resultant shots are great (it can be turned off for a more responsive shutter apparently). The burst mode is brilliant, snapping off a bunch of shots at in under a second (a time which you can change as well as the number and frequency of the shots) resulting you should get one decent shot every time you press the trigger down and hold it. The auto-focus is fast, even in low light and the facial recognition thing supporting the multi point focusing is a real treat and worked even with multiple people inside and outside at the same time. There are a tonne of other features and modes that I haven't explored fully yet and it shoots HD video as well.
The only down sides are a lack of accessories for this camera (no specific case, charger etc.) no supplied A/C charger which is strange given the references in the manual and A/C charger point, no supplied HMDI cable and a poorly designed carry strap but these are minor quibbles.
This is a really solid camera, much better than the camera phone I've relied upon for the last five years and probably the best camera I've ever had. Very highly recommended, if not quite professional quality, but more than sufficient for most of us and frankly like something from science fiction for me. Brilliant.
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