Proud owner of X5 and question about filters?

gkold · 07-01-2014, 10:13 PM

Hi I have just bought a new X5 and so far am extremely pleased with it. I'd like to get some filtes (usual, uv ND etc). Have come across these Amazon
Polaroid Optics 4 Piece Filter Set (UV, CPL, FLD, WARMING) For The Pentax X-5, K-01, K-30, K-X, K-7, K-5, K-5 II, K-R, 645D, K20D, K200D, K2000, K10D, K2000, K1000, K100D Super, K110D, *ist D, *ist DL, *ist DS, *ist DS2 Digital SLR Cameras Which Has Any Of These (55-300mm, 75-300mm, 18-50mm, 28-80mm, 31mm) Pentax Lenses

But several users seem to believe that you cannot mount any filter, or lenshood on the X5. Someone has to be wrong!

photolady95 · 07-01-2014, 10:41 PM

Here is a review of that camera and the first user states you can't attach filters to it.

Pentax X-5 - Pentax Compact Digital Cameras - Pentax Camera Reviews and Specifications

I would think this is correct as the lens retracts inside the body, the filter would or could damage the camera if the filters stops the motion of the retraction.

And welcome aboard!

Adam · 07-01-2014, 10:55 PM

Originally posted by gkold

Hi I have just bought a new X5 and so far am extremely pleased with it. I'd like to get some filtes (usual, uv ND etc). Have come across these Amazon
Polaroid Optics 4 Piece Filter Set (UV, CPL, FLD, WARMING) For The Pentax X-5, K-01, K-30, K-X, K-7, K-5, K-5 II, K-R, 645D, K20D, K200D, K2000, K10D, K2000, K1000, K100D Super, K110D, *ist D, *ist DL, *ist DS, *ist DS2 Digital SLR Cameras Which Has Any Of These (55-300mm, 75-300mm, 18-50mm, 28-80mm, 31mm) Pentax Lenses

But several users seem to believe that you cannot mount any filter, or lenshood on the X5. Someone has to be wrong!

The X-5 doesn't accept filters. They're mainly meant for interchangeable-lens cameras like the K and Q series.

Giklab · 07-02-2014, 12:28 AM

You could probably rig a clamp with filter threads to attach onto the lens.
Just two things: a) those filters are probably low quality and b) except for the CPL, they are useless on digital.

07-01-2014, 10:13 PM	#1
gkold New Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Posts: 1	Proud owner of X5 and question about filters? Hi I have just bought a new X5 and so far am extremely pleased with it. I'd like to get some filtes (usual, uv ND etc). Have come across these Amazon Polaroid Optics 4 Piece Filter Set (UV, CPL, FLD, WARMING) For The Pentax X-5, K-01, K-30, K-X, K-7, K-5, K-5 II, K-R, 645D, K20D, K200D, K2000, K10D, K2000, K1000, K100D Super, K110D, ist D, ist DL, ist DS, ist DS2 Digital SLR Cameras Which Has Any Of These (55-300mm, 75-300mm, 18-50mm, 28-80mm, 31mm) Pentax Lenses But several users seem to believe that you cannot mount any filter, or lenshood on the X5. Someone has to be wrong!

07-01-2014, 10:41 PM	#2
photolady95 Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: May 2009 Location: Cruising the forum watching his back Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,712	Here is a review of that camera and the first user states you can't attach filters to it. Pentax X-5 - Pentax Compact Digital Cameras - Pentax Camera Reviews and Specifications I would think this is correct as the lens retracts inside the body, the filter would or could damage the camera if the filters stops the motion of the retraction. And welcome aboard! Last edited by photolady95; 07-01-2014 at 10:47 PM.

07-01-2014, 10:55 PM	#3
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,595	Originally posted by gkold Hi I have just bought a new X5 and so far am extremely pleased with it. I'd like to get some filtes (usual, uv ND etc). Have come across these Amazon Polaroid Optics 4 Piece Filter Set (UV, CPL, FLD, WARMING) For The Pentax X-5, K-01, K-30, K-X, K-7, K-5, K-5 II, K-R, 645D, K20D, K200D, K2000, K10D, K2000, K1000, K100D Super, K110D, ist D, ist DL, ist DS, ist DS2 Digital SLR Cameras Which Has Any Of These (55-300mm, 75-300mm, 18-50mm, 28-80mm, 31mm) Pentax Lenses But several users seem to believe that you cannot mount any filter, or lenshood on the X5. Someone has to be wrong! The X-5 doesn't accept filters. They're mainly meant for interchangeable-lens cameras like the K and Q series. 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:

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07-02-2014, 12:28 AM	#4
Giklab Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Slovenia Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,182	You could probably rig a clamp with filter threads to attach onto the lens. Just two things: a) those filters are probably low quality and b) except for the CPL, they are useless on digital.