Pentax X-5 Point & Shoot Camera
The Pentax X-5 is a 16MP 1/2.3 inch compact camera — with 1080p video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Pentax X-5 Point & Shoot Camera
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Camera Overview — Pentax X-5
Key Features — Pentax X-5
16MP 1/2.3-Inch Sensor: Captures stills at up to 4608x3456 pixels, suitable for everyday and travel photography.
Optical Image Stabilization: Sensor-shift stabilization reduces camera shake during handheld shooting, an uncommon feature for a point-and-shoot in this class.
26x Optical Zoom Lens: Wide focal range covers a broad variety of shooting situations from wide-angle to telephoto without changing lenses.
10fps Burst Mode: Continuous shooting at up to 10 frames per second helps capture fast-moving subjects.
Tilting 3.0-Inch LCD: 460,000-dot tilting screen allows flexible framing from high, low, or awkward angles.
Built-In Electronic Viewfinder: 230,000-dot EVF provides an alternative to the LCD for composing shots in bright light.
Camera Specifications — Pentax X-5
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel, Wildlife, Sports |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/2.3 inch |
| Resolution | 16MP |
| ISO Range | 100 – 6400 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection, Face Detection AF |
| AF Points | 9 points |
| Max Photo Resolution | 4608x3456 |
| Burst Rate | 10 fps |
| Max Video Resolution | 1080p |
| Max Frame Rate | 30fps |
| Bit Depth | 8-bit |
Description — Pentax X-5
The Pentax X-5 point-and-shoot camera is equipped with a 16MP sensor in a 1/2.3-inch format and offers an ISO range of 100 to 6400, covering a broad range of lighting conditions. A key highlight is the sensor-shift IBIS system, which works to counteract camera shake for steadier handheld results. The autofocus system uses contrast detection and face detection AF across 9 focus points, and the camera's burst mode delivers up to 10fps for fast-moving subjects.
Still images are captured at a maximum resolution of 4608x3456, with color profile options including Standard, Vivid, Monochrome, and Sepia. Video maxes out at 1080p at 30fps in 8-bit depth. The 3.0-inch tilting LCD (460,000 dots) pairs with a 230,000-dot EVF for versatile framing options.
The body is built from plastic with metal elements, weighs 595g, and measures 119 x 86 x 107mm. A built-in pop-up flash, Micro HDMI output, USB connectivity, and support for SD/SDHC/SDXC cards round out the feature set.
Pros — Pentax X-5
- ✓Sensor-shift IBIS included — unusual for a point-and-shoot camera in this class
- ✓Fast 10fps burst mode for capturing action sequences
- ✓Flexible AA battery compatibility (alkaline, lithium, NiMH) with up to 500 shots on NiMH
Cons — Pentax X-5
- ✗1/2.3-inch sensor is among the smaller sensor sizes, limiting low-light performance headroom
- ✗ISO tops out at 6400, which is modest for challenging lighting conditions
- ✗No Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connectivity for wireless file transfer
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