Anyone got an X5?

sam-joseph · 09-19-2012, 04:40 AM

Hi all,
Just wondering if anyone has a new Pentax X5 bridge camera yet?
I'm thinking about getting one for a travel camera, as there's a Hawaii trip planned, and I don't really want to lug the K7 around everywhere. I just sold an X70, and I wasn't impressed with the tiny battery and hard-to-control zoom.
Any thoughts?

Regards

Docrwm · 09-19-2012, 04:55 AM

I can't find any listed as for sale yet through a Google Shopping search. I don't think they are in stores yet.

sam-joseph · 09-19-2012, 05:11 AM

They are listed on Digital Camera Warehouse website (Sydney), for $269AUD, so I thought there might be some 'out there'. Coincidentally, I have exactly that amount burning a hole in my pocket......

Regards

Docrwm · 09-19-2012, 05:29 AM

Originally posted by sam-joseph

They are listed on Digital Camera Warehouse website (Sydney), for $269AUD, so I thought there might be some 'out there'. Coincidentally, I have exactly that amount burning a hole in my pocket......

Regards

Good luck, I hope you find one in time for your trip.

Adam · 09-19-2012, 07:43 AM

Was able to use one at Photokina. It's nice but think of it as a mere upgrade over the X70 which doesn't bring any new features to the table. What annoyed me the most was that there are no controls on the lens whatsoever...

Chazs · 09-19-2012, 10:57 AM

I bought one from B&H last week.
Still testing it out.

Docrwm · 09-19-2012, 12:01 PM

Originally posted by Chazs

I bought one from B&H last week.
Still testing it out.

Wow, it's not indexed by Google yet. Congratulations on your purchase.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/887284-REG/Pentax_12761_X_5_Digital_Camera_Black.html

CP140 · 09-22-2012, 11:43 PM

The X-5 is listed as available at B&H... and as "New Item, Arriving Soon" at the local camera stores.... quick question... does anyone have a link to a PDF version of the Owner's Manual?

Thinking it might be a good choice for a trip "Down Under" in Feb 2013 (as a back up to the K-r of course... or perhaps a K-30 if I save my allowance...

)

Regards

sam-joseph · 09-23-2012, 04:04 AM

Due to a lack of reviews, and a fear that it might be too similar to the X70 that I wasn't happy with, I'm now considering a Panasonic FZ150 or FZ200 (constant f2.8 zoom!)

Regards

NSX167 · 09-26-2012, 05:23 PM

I just ordered it from B&H, and it's on the way. Will share the information in the future

Docrwm · 09-26-2012, 05:42 PM

Originally posted by NSX167

I just ordered it from B&H, and it's on the way. Will share the information in the future

Welcome Aboard!

Anton Magus · 09-30-2012, 04:20 PM

Originally posted by sam-joseph

Due to a lack of reviews, and a fear that it might be too similar to the X70 that I wasn't happy with, I'm now considering a Panasonic FZ150 or FZ200 (constant f2.8 zoom!)

The FZ200 seems a great camera on paper (I haven't seen any images from one), but it is twice the price of the X-5 at $550. The FZ200's zoom is also controlled by a switch rather than a lens ring, so I don't see that its zooming ability will be any more precise than the X-5 or the X-70 you previously owned. Besides, for $550 you have got a wide choice of some pretty good cameras.

sam-joseph · 10-01-2012, 02:36 AM

Originally posted by Anton Magus

Besides, for $550 you have got a wide choice of some pretty good cameras.

I know, I know... With that much money in the kitty I'd rather buy a Sigma 30 for the K7, or a Samyang 8mm, or a macro lens....

Regards

**DizziPixel** · 10-02-2012, 07:42 PM

Fellow Fence Sitters:
Hope I don't get booted for this. There is one owner review for the X-5 on DPReview, though not much detail. The owner gave it 4 1/2 out of 5 stars. I'm getting close to losing my balance and dropping off this fence and onto/into one of these X-5s. My take will be to use it to do a shootout with my old Canon SX20 IS. The SX20 has been a good rig and very handy, it has done well at what it does. About the same zoom range, decent IQ and easy to lug around. It did cost a lot more when it was new, and that's partly the point. I don't want to take my K-5 out boating again and don't want to leave it in my car while I'm out and about. The X-5 just has a lot to offer for this price and I'm sure it will do even better than my old SX20 when I need a mega-zoom, portable camera that, if something really bad happens, I'm not out several hundred $s to over 1K $s. Well post the outcome. Canon is coming out with their new SX40 HS this month, it's nice but for over twice the price of an X-5, and you still get a P&S sensor and fixed lens. OK, I fell.....

**DizziPixel** · 10-02-2012, 10:51 PM

I did find one more good user review, on Amazon. The poster of that review came across as quite knowledgeable and genuine. As a result of this gentleman's valuable input and frank opinion, my new X-5 is on order. And, hey, it's a Pentax!

09-19-2012, 04:40 AM	#1
sam-joseph Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Newcastle, NSW, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,086	Anyone got an X5? Hi all, Just wondering if anyone has a new Pentax X5 bridge camera yet? I'm thinking about getting one for a travel camera, as there's a Hawaii trip planned, and I don't really want to lug the K7 around everywhere. I just sold an X70, and I wasn't impressed with the tiny battery and hard-to-control zoom. Any thoughts? Regards

09-19-2012, 07:43 AM	#5
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,595	Was able to use one at Photokina. It's nice but think of it as a mere upgrade over the X70 which doesn't bring any new features to the table. What annoyed me the most was that there are no controls on the lens whatsoever... Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

09-19-2012, 10:57 AM	#6
Chazs New Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Posts: 2	x-5 I bought one from B&H last week. Still testing it out.

10-02-2012, 07:42 PM	#14
DizziPixel Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: DFW, TX Posts: 25	The fence Fellow Fence Sitters: Hope I don't get booted for this. There is one owner review for the X-5 on DPReview, though not much detail. The owner gave it 4 1/2 out of 5 stars. I'm getting close to losing my balance and dropping off this fence and onto/into one of these X-5s. My take will be to use it to do a shootout with my old Canon SX20 IS. The SX20 has been a good rig and very handy, it has done well at what it does. About the same zoom range, decent IQ and easy to lug around. It did cost a lot more when it was new, and that's partly the point. I don't want to take my K-5 out boating again and don't want to leave it in my car while I'm out and about. The X-5 just has a lot to offer for this price and I'm sure it will do even better than my old SX20 when I need a mega-zoom, portable camera that, if something really bad happens, I'm not out several hundred $s to over 1K $s. Well post the outcome. Canon is coming out with their new SX40 HS this month, it's nice but for over twice the price of an X-5, and you still get a P&S sensor and fixed lens. OK, I fell.....

10-02-2012, 10:51 PM	#15
DizziPixel Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: DFW, TX Posts: 25	Fence - Update I did find one more good user review, on Amazon. The poster of that review came across as quite knowledgeable and genuine. As a result of this gentleman's valuable input and frank opinion, my new X-5 is on order. And, hey, it's a Pentax! Last edited by DizziPixel; 10-02-2012 at 11:01 PM. Reason: Typo - content

09-19-2012, 04:55 AM	#2
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285	I can't find any listed as for sale yet through a Google Shopping search. I don't think they are in stores yet.

09-19-2012, 05:11 AM	#3
sam-joseph Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Newcastle, NSW, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,086 Original Poster	They are listed on Digital Camera Warehouse website (Sydney), for $269AUD, so I thought there might be some 'out there'. Coincidentally, I have exactly that amount burning a hole in my pocket...... Regards

09-19-2012, 05:29 AM	#4
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285	Originally posted by sam-joseph They are listed on Digital Camera Warehouse website (Sydney), for $269AUD, so I thought there might be some 'out there'. Coincidentally, I have exactly that amount burning a hole in my pocket...... Regards Good luck, I hope you find one in time for your trip.

09-19-2012, 12:01 PM	#7
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285	Originally posted by Chazs I bought one from B&H last week. Still testing it out. Wow, it's not indexed by Google yet. Congratulations on your purchase. http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/887284-REG/Pentax_12761_X_5_Digital_Camera_Black.html

09-22-2012, 11:43 PM	#8
CP140 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Greater Vancouver Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 190	The X-5 is listed as available at B&H... and as "New Item, Arriving Soon" at the local camera stores.... quick question... does anyone have a link to a PDF version of the Owner's Manual? Thinking it might be a good choice for a trip "Down Under" in Feb 2013 (as a back up to the K-r of course... or perhaps a K-30 if I save my allowance... ) Regards

09-23-2012, 04:04 AM	#9
sam-joseph Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Newcastle, NSW, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,086 Original Poster	Due to a lack of reviews, and a fear that it might be too similar to the X70 that I wasn't happy with, I'm now considering a Panasonic FZ150 or FZ200 (constant f2.8 zoom!) Regards

09-26-2012, 05:23 PM	#10
NSX167 Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Bay Area Posts: 55	I just ordered it from B&H, and it's on the way. Will share the information in the future

09-26-2012, 05:42 PM	#11
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285	Originally posted by NSX167 I just ordered it from B&H, and it's on the way. Will share the information in the future Welcome Aboard!

09-30-2012, 04:20 PM	#12
Anton Magus Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Durban, South Africa Photos: Gallery Posts: 410	Originally posted by sam-joseph Due to a lack of reviews, and a fear that it might be too similar to the X70 that I wasn't happy with, I'm now considering a Panasonic FZ150 or FZ200 (constant f2.8 zoom!) The FZ200 seems a great camera on paper (I haven't seen any images from one), but it is twice the price of the X-5 at $550. The FZ200's zoom is also controlled by a switch rather than a lens ring, so I don't see that its zooming ability will be any more precise than the X-5 or the X-70 you previously owned. Besides, for $550 you have got a wide choice of some pretty good cameras.

10-01-2012, 02:36 AM	#13
sam-joseph Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Newcastle, NSW, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,086 Original Poster	Originally posted by Anton Magus Besides, for $550 you have got a wide choice of some pretty good cameras. I know, I know... With that much money in the kitty I'd rather buy a Sigma 30 for the K7, or a Samyang 8mm, or a macro lens.... Regards