Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5?
I had the same problewm with the E-PL1, but IIRC that button can be programmed to do something a lot more useful. On Sat, Sep 21, 2013 at 04:13:12PM -0400, Stan Halpin wrote: I had an E-PL2 for a while. Terrible experience. I strongly endorse the notion that this is one you really really need to handle for a while before buying. My particular problem was the big push here to switch into video mode button which was strangely placed right where my thumb wanted to rest when holding the camera in viewing position (shooting with EVF). So I had many unintended worthless minutes of video and many missed still shots. stan -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5? or Q7?
Aw Marnie do not mock my beloved K-01. It is my carry-around back-up and often main camera. Never fails to take good photos and with a small or pancake prime is very compact light. One feature I think is overlooked is the shape has flat surfaces -instant tripod horizonal vertical. I used it just last week when the light went away to take some 1-15 sec time exposures by setting it on a flat surface. Works even with a short tele. How much was it on ebay? No no I can't afford another camera. pdml-requ...@pdml.net wrote: Message: 7 Date: Sun, 22 Sep 2013 16:15:06 -0400 (EDT) From:eactiv...@aol.com To:pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5? or Q7? Message-ID:d28e7.18b987dc.3f70a...@aol.com Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII I am not sold on any bridge camera, but if I get Pentax, I think I will go for the MX-1. Mainly because it supports RAW files. There are tons of nicer compact cameras out there, some pretty pricey, some not. Many of the ones people have suggested to me. But I am coming from a specialized place of starting from another brand of DSLR to begin with and wanting a Pentax to get in the PUG occasionally and the annual. It looks like the MX-1 is doable. OR... Heh, I just found it on ebay, the K-01. (Think I was off list when that debuted.) The MX-1 is cute and retro, and K-01 is downright funky. Marnie aka Doe:-) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5? or Q7?
Kirk Tuck (nice guy and photographer from Austin) recently acquired a K-01 and seems to really like it. I've been curious about one, would like the yellow body and an FA43 Ltd combo, but have other obsessions to consume my discretionary income. Godfrey On Sep 23, 2013, at 12:29 PM, Don Guthrie shark50...@gmail.com wrote: Aw Marnie do not mock my beloved K-01. It is my carry-around back-up and often main camera. Never fails to take good photos and with a small or pancake prime is very compact light. One feature I think is overlooked is the shape has flat surfaces -instant tripod horizonal vertical. I used it just last week when the light went away to take some 1-15 sec time exposures by setting it on a flat surface. Works even with a short tele. How much was it on ebay? No no I can't afford another camera. pdml-requ...@pdml.net wrote: Message: 7 Date: Sun, 22 Sep 2013 16:15:06 -0400 (EDT) From:eactiv...@aol.com To:pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5? or Q7? Message-ID:d28e7.18b987dc.3f70a...@aol.com Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII I am not sold on any bridge camera, but if I get Pentax, I think I will go for the MX-1. Mainly because it supports RAW files. There are tons of nicer compact cameras out there, some pretty pricey, some not. Many of the ones people have suggested to me. But I am coming from a specialized place of starting from another brand of DSLR to begin with and wanting a Pentax to get in the PUG occasionally and the annual. It looks like the MX-1 is doable. OR... Heh, I just found it on ebay, the K-01. (Think I was off list when that debuted.) The MX-1 is cute and retro, and K-01 is downright funky. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5? or Q7?
Not much (re how much). I was actually serious about maybe getting one. So weird, so fun. Marnie aka Doe :-) In a message dated 9/23/2013 12:30:00 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, shark50...@gmail.com writes: Aw Marnie do not mock my beloved K-01. It is my carry-around back-up and often main camera. Never fails to take good photos and with a small or pancake prime is very compact light. One feature I think is overlooked is the shape has flat surfaces -instant tripod horizonal vertical. I used it just last week when the light went away to take some 1-15 sec time exposures by setting it on a flat surface. Works even with a short tele. How much was it on ebay? No no I can't afford another camera. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5? or Q7?
DPreview gave the MX-1 a good score. The write times can be a bit slow, but the reviewer really liked everything else. I'm thinking of the MX-1 myself at some point. I'd give it a serious look, Marnie! Cheers, Christine On Sep 22, 2013, at 3:18 PM, Godfrey DiGiorgi godd...@me.com wrote: You might be interested to look at this short thread on GetDPI.com: http://www.getdpi.com/forum/pentax/43010-new-pentax-mx-1-a.html G On Sep 22, 2013, at 1:15 PM, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: I am not sold on any bridge camera, but if I get Pentax, I think I will go for the MX-1. Mainly because it supports RAW files. There are tons of nicer compact cameras out there, some pretty pricey, some not. Many of the ones people have suggested to me. But I am coming from a specialized place of starting from another brand of DSLR to begin with and wanting a Pentax to get in the PUG occasionally and the annual. It looks like the MX-1 is doable. OR... Heh, I just found it on ebay, the K-01. (Think I was off list when that debuted.) The MX-1 is cute and retro, and K-01 is downright funky. Marnie aka Doe :-) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5?
For what it's worth, my daughter has an S2980 my wife an S4080. They function well have excellent zoom capabilities + movie mode. Alan -Original Message- From: eactiv...@aol.com Sent: Sunday, September 22, 2013 3:34 AM To: pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5? I mentioned Disneyland in particular. That is not a place you want a heavy camera, going on rides, et. all. For the Southwest, for sure, I'd want a DSLR or something good. HTH, Have a Nice Day! Marnie aka Doe ;-) I think one of the Fujifilm Fine Pixs will work great as a little travel camera. Decision made. In a message dated 9/21/2013 3:29:01 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, apathy...@lyons-ryan.org writes: That makes some sort of sense. I've never understood why people want a POS, ops, sorry, PS as a travel camera. When I go somewhere interesting I want to take my best camera. I agree - especially if I'm going some place that I'm unlikely to return to. Carting my K-5, backup K200D and a few lenses around the USA became tedious but I don't regret it. -- Cheers Brian -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5?
On Sat, Sep 21, 2013 at 1:01 PM, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: Sort of narrowing down my choices for my main camera system. But been looking at having a little fixed lens camera for travel situations (like Disneyland where you don't want to lug around a big camera). My 6x7 is sitting unused if you want to try that one out.:-) Dave The Pentax X-5 seems a lot of value for a little camera. Does have a smaller sensor, but supposed to take good pics. If I my back-up camera is Pentax, I can get in the PUG now and then too. Heh. Anyway, anyone have one? Like it? The Pentax Q might be an option too, although I have my doubts (yes, know it takes interchangeable lenses), but has the X-5 is a little cheaper. Heck, it's downright cheap. Marnie aka Doe :-) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- Documenting Life in Rural Ontario. www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ York Region, Ontario, Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5? or Q7?
I like the Q and expect that I'll like the Q-7 even more, though I have no plans on buying one immediately. I travel a lot for work and the Q is a perfect travel kit - the Q, 2 zooms, normal prime and fisheye fit in a case that is about the size of lens case for a normal 35mm zoom. WHen I was in Chicaco a while back I carried a film kit, but had the entire Q kit in one compartment of the bag. Nice to have a 12MP digital and lenses covering the 35mm equivalent of 17 - 280 mm in one little pack. I I want to go all out I carry a small SLR bag with the whole Q kit plus macro ring light, K-to Q apter and 50mm macro - which gives me an uber macro setup. However - those aforementioned items take up about 2x the space of the whole Q system. The camera has its limits but for me that advantages outweigh those. The disadvantages are that the Q with lens is not completely pocketable - jacket pocket, OK, jeans, not so much; the IQ is high end PS quality, no viewfinder... The Q7 has improvements in IQ and autofocus. Some sample shots - http://www.markcassino.com/b2evolution/index.php/PentaxQ/ http://www.markcassino.com/b2evolution/blog6.php/PQ/ http://www.markcassino.com/b2evolution/index.php/2012/09/01/first-shots-with-pentax-q?blog=9 http://www.markcassino.com/b2evolution/index.php/2013/03/01/pentax-q-06-telephoto-zoom?blog=9 On 9/21/2013 1:41 PM, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: Should have put Q7 also in subject line. In a message dated 9/21/2013 10:01:53 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, eactiv...@aol.com writes: Sort of narrowing down my choices for my main camera system. But been looking at having a little fixed lens camera for travel situations (like Disneyland where you don't want to lug around a big camera). The Pentax X-5 seems a lot of value for a little camera. Does have a smaller sensor, but supposed to take good pics. If I my back-up camera is Pentax, I can get in the PUG now and then too. Heh. Anyway, anyone have one? Like it? The Pentax Q might be an option too, although I have my doubts (yes, know it takes interchangeable lenses), but has the X-5 is a little cheaper. Heck, it's downright cheap. Marnie aka Doe :-) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5? or Q7?
Thanks!, Mark. I've really wondered about the Q. Seems sort of like Pentax's answer to micro3/4 /compact cameras (well, I see it that way). Nice shots. Especially like the brick reflection in window. You've raised my hopes, I will look into it. I wouldn't mind owning a Pentax again. A small Pentax. Later, Marnie aka Doe :-) In a message dated 9/22/2013 6:31:26 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, pdml-m...@charter.net writes: I like the Q and expect that I'll like the Q-7 even more, though I have no plans on buying one immediately. I travel a lot for work and the Q is a perfect travel kit - the Q, 2 zooms, normal prime and fisheye fit in a case that is about the size of lens case for a normal 35mm zoom. WHen I was in Chicaco a while back I carried a film kit, but had the entire Q kit in one compartment of the bag. Nice to have a 12MP digital and lenses covering the 35mm equivalent of 17 - 280 mm in one little pack. I I want to go all out I carry a small SLR bag with the whole Q kit plus macro ring light, K-to Q apter and 50mm macro - which gives me an uber macro setup. However - those aforementioned items take up about 2x the space of the whole Q system. The camera has its limits but for me that advantages outweigh those. The disadvantages are that the Q with lens is not completely pocketable - jacket pocket, OK, jeans, not so much; the IQ is high end PS quality, no viewfinder... The Q7 has improvements in IQ and autofocus. Some sample shots - http://www.markcassino.com/b2evolution/index.php/PentaxQ/ http://www.markcassino.com/b2evolution/blog6.php/PQ/ http://www.markcassino.com/b2evolution/index.php/2012/09/01/first-shots-with -pentax-q?blog=9 http://www.markcassino.com/b2evolution/index.php/2013/03/01/pentax-q-06-tele photo-zoom?blog=9 On 9/21/2013 1:41 PM, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: Should have put Q7 also in subject line. In a message dated 9/21/2013 10:01:53 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, eactiv...@aol.com writes: Sort of narrowing down my choices for my main camera system. But been looking at having a little fixed lens camera for travel situations (like Disneyland where you don't want to lug around a big camera). The Pentax X-5 seems a lot of value for a little camera. Does have a smaller sensor, but supposed to take good pics. If I my back-up camera is Pentax, I can get in the PUG now and then too. Heh. Anyway, anyone have one? Like it? The Pentax Q might be an option too, although I have my doubts (yes, know it takes interchangeable lenses), but has the X-5 is a little cheaper. Heck, it's downright cheap. Marnie aka Doe :-) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5? or Q7?
On Sun, Sep 22, 2013, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: Thanks!, Mark. I've really wondered about the Q. Seems sort of like Pentax's answer to micro3/4 /compact cameras (well, I see it that way). Yes, it is, but even the Q7 only has 1/1.7 sensor (same size as the P7100/P7800/DMC-LF1 I've been pushing), so you're limited to about ISO 800 for good quality. And there's no viewfinder, no articulated display. You do gain some low-light performance with the Q's 15-45/2.8 or a honking big K-mount lens, but that's also quite a bit larger than the compacts. -- Hugs and backrubs -- I break Rule 6http://rule6.info/ * * * Help a hearing-impaired person: http://rule6.info/hearing.html -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5? or Q7?
I understand all that, but it also allows for the PUG and annual. Unless the rules have changed. ? Marnie aka Doe :-) In a message dated 9/22/2013 6:57:28 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, a...@pobox.com writes: On Sun, Sep 22, 2013, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: Thanks!, Mark. I've really wondered about the Q. Seems sort of like Pentax's answer to micro3/4 /compact cameras (well, I see it that way). Yes, it is, but even the Q7 only has 1/1.7 sensor (same size as the P7100/P7800/DMC-LF1 I've been pushing), so you're limited to about ISO 800 for good quality. And there's no viewfinder, no articulated display. You do gain some low-light performance with the Q's 15-45/2.8 or a honking big K-mount lens, but that's also quite a bit larger than the compacts. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5? or Q7?
Look at some 100% samples from the X-5. I've owned some bridge cameras and the panny ones were always the best IMO with support for RAW and great lenses. The X-5 samples look pretty awful full size. Everything looks like watercolors in a bad way. You could do a whole lot better for the price. I don't even think Pentax manufactured the X-5 so don't feel too bad about being unsupportive. The MX-1 on the other hand looks pretty nice for a compact and arguable better than the Q for a lot of general shooting. Same sensor size and a really sharp lens. On Sun, Sep 22, 2013 at 10:04 AM, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: I understand all that, but it also allows for the PUG and annual. Unless the rules have changed. ? Marnie aka Doe :-) In a message dated 9/22/2013 6:57:28 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, a...@pobox.com writes: On Sun, Sep 22, 2013, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: Thanks!, Mark. I've really wondered about the Q. Seems sort of like Pentax's answer to micro3/4 /compact cameras (well, I see it that way). Yes, it is, but even the Q7 only has 1/1.7 sensor (same size as the P7100/P7800/DMC-LF1 I've been pushing), so you're limited to about ISO 800 for good quality. And there's no viewfinder, no articulated display. You do gain some low-light performance with the Q's 15-45/2.8 or a honking big K-mount lens, but that's also quite a bit larger than the compacts. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5? or Q7?
I am not sold on any bridge camera, but if I get Pentax, I think I will go for the MX-1. Mainly because it supports RAW files. There are tons of nicer compact cameras out there, some pretty pricey, some not. Many of the ones people have suggested to me. But I am coming from a specialized place of starting from another brand of DSLR to begin with and wanting a Pentax to get in the PUG occasionally and the annual. It looks like the MX-1 is doable. OR... Heh, I just found it on ebay, the K-01. (Think I was off list when that debuted.) The MX-1 is cute and retro, and K-01 is downright funky. Marnie aka Doe :-) In a message dated 9/22/2013 10:02:05 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, zosxav...@gmail.com writes: Look at some 100% samples from the X-5. I've owned some bridge cameras and the panny ones were always the best IMO with support for RAW and great lenses. The X-5 samples look pretty awful full size. Everything looks like watercolors in a bad way. You could do a whole lot better for the price. I don't even think Pentax manufactured the X-5 so don't feel too bad about being unsupportive. The MX-1 on the other hand looks pretty nice for a compact and arguable better than the Q for a lot of general shooting. Same sensor size and a really sharp lens. On Sun, Sep 22, 2013 at 10:04 AM, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: I understand all that, but it also allows for the PUG and annual. Unless the rules have changed. ? Marnie aka Doe :-) In a message dated 9/22/2013 6:57:28 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, a...@pobox.com writes: On Sun, Sep 22, 2013, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: Thanks!, Mark. I've really wondered about the Q. Seems sort of like Pentax's answer to micro3/4 /compact cameras (well, I see it that way). Yes, it is, but even the Q7 only has 1/1.7 sensor (same size as the P7100/P7800/DMC-LF1 I've been pushing), so you're limited to about ISO 800 for good quality. And there's no viewfinder, no articulated display. You do gain some low-light performance with the Q's 15-45/2.8 or a honking big K-mount lens, but that's also quite a bit larger than the compacts. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5? or Q7?
You might be interested to look at this short thread on GetDPI.com: http://www.getdpi.com/forum/pentax/43010-new-pentax-mx-1-a.html G On Sep 22, 2013, at 1:15 PM, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: I am not sold on any bridge camera, but if I get Pentax, I think I will go for the MX-1. Mainly because it supports RAW files. There are tons of nicer compact cameras out there, some pretty pricey, some not. Many of the ones people have suggested to me. But I am coming from a specialized place of starting from another brand of DSLR to begin with and wanting a Pentax to get in the PUG occasionally and the annual. It looks like the MX-1 is doable. OR... Heh, I just found it on ebay, the K-01. (Think I was off list when that debuted.) The MX-1 is cute and retro, and K-01 is downright funky. Marnie aka Doe :-) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
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Thanks. Not a bad review, at all. M aka D In a message dated 9/22/2013 1:19:06 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, godd...@me.com writes: You might be interested to look at this short thread on GetDPI.com: http://www.getdpi.com/forum/pentax/43010-new-pentax-mx-1-a.html G -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5? or Q7?
On 9/22/2013 4:15 PM, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: The MX-1 is cute and retro, and K-01 is downright funky. I understand the odor goes away with time. On 9/22/2013 4:15 PM, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: I am not sold on any bridge camera, but if I get Pentax, I think I will go for the MX-1. Mainly because it supports RAW files. There are tons of nicer compact cameras out there, some pretty pricey, some not. Many of the ones people have suggested to me. But I am coming from a specialized place of starting from another brand of DSLR to begin with and wanting a Pentax to get in the PUG occasionally and the annual. It looks like the MX-1 is doable. OR... Heh, I just found it on ebay, the K-01. (Think I was off list when that debuted.) The MX-1 is cute and retro, and K-01 is downright funky. Marnie aka Doe :-) In a message dated 9/22/2013 10:02:05 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, zosxav...@gmail.com writes: Look at some 100% samples from the X-5. I've owned some bridge cameras and the panny ones were always the best IMO with support for RAW and great lenses. The X-5 samples look pretty awful full size. Everything looks like watercolors in a bad way. You could do a whole lot better for the price. I don't even think Pentax manufactured the X-5 so don't feel too bad about being unsupportive. The MX-1 on the other hand looks pretty nice for a compact and arguable better than the Q for a lot of general shooting. Same sensor size and a really sharp lens. On Sun, Sep 22, 2013 at 10:04 AM, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: I understand all that, but it also allows for the PUG and annual. Unless the rules have changed. ? Marnie aka Doe :-) In a message dated 9/22/2013 6:57:28 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, a...@pobox.com writes: On Sun, Sep 22, 2013, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: Thanks!, Mark. I've really wondered about the Q. Seems sort of like Pentax's answer to micro3/4 /compact cameras (well, I see it that way). Yes, it is, but even the Q7 only has 1/1.7 sensor (same size as the P7100/P7800/DMC-LF1 I've been pushing), so you're limited to about ISO 800 for good quality. And there's no viewfinder, no articulated display. You do gain some low-light performance with the Q's 15-45/2.8 or a honking big K-mount lens, but that's also quite a bit larger than the compacts. -- A newspaper is a device for making the ignorant more ignorant, and the crazy, crazier. - H.L.Mencken -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5? or Q7?
Should have put Q7 also in subject line. In a message dated 9/21/2013 10:01:53 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, eactiv...@aol.com writes: Sort of narrowing down my choices for my main camera system. But been looking at having a little fixed lens camera for travel situations (like Disneyland where you don't want to lug around a big camera). The Pentax X-5 seems a lot of value for a little camera. Does have a smaller sensor, but supposed to take good pics. If I my back-up camera is Pentax, I can get in the PUG now and then too. Heh. Anyway, anyone have one? Like it? The Pentax Q might be an option too, although I have my doubts (yes, know it takes interchangeable lenses), but has the X-5 is a little cheaper. Heck, it's downright cheap. Marnie aka Doe :-) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5?
On Sat, Sep 21, 2013, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: But been looking at having a little fixed lens camera for travel situations (like Disneyland where you don't want to lug around a big camera). The Pentax X-5 seems a lot of value for a little camera. Does have a smaller sensor, but supposed to take good pics. If I my back-up camera is Pentax, I can get in the PUG now and then too. Heh. What about the Nikon P7100 or P7800? (P7100 has shitty OVF and is my current main camera, P7800 supposedly has better EVF and I'll be getting one soon-ish for the faster lens -- do NOT touch the P7700 because it hasn't any viewfiender). A fair bit smaller than the X-5, better low-light performance (larger sensor), shorter zoom range. A similar option would be the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1, which is even smaller, but only has fixed screen instead of articulating. But getting into the PUG certainly has its appeal! -- Hugs and backrubs -- I break Rule 6http://rule6.info/ * * * And yes, I see the typo above, left in just because -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5? or Q7?
I don't own one but I did research a while ago, for pretty much the reasons you've got. The bottom line appears that the Pentax X-5 is really just another bridge camera pretty much like all other bridge cameras. It's a small sensor, though quality is supposed to pretty good up to ISO 400. When it was first released the zoom range on the lens was pretty special and it had sensor based anti shake, but since then there are a number of cameras in that class with amazing zoom ranges and anti shake systems either sensor based or optical. About the only thing it's got going for it is it looks a little like a small K-5, and the only thing it's got over the Q is it has an eye level EVF. On 9/21/2013 1:41 PM, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: Should have put Q7 also in subject line. In a message dated 9/21/2013 10:01:53 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, eactiv...@aol.com writes: Sort of narrowing down my choices for my main camera system. But been looking at having a little fixed lens camera for travel situations (like Disneyland where you don't want to lug around a big camera). The Pentax X-5 seems a lot of value for a little camera. Does have a smaller sensor, but supposed to take good pics. If I my back-up camera is Pentax, I can get in the PUG now and then too. Heh. Anyway, anyone have one? Like it? The Pentax Q might be an option too, although I have my doubts (yes, know it takes interchangeable lenses), but has the X-5 is a little cheaper. Heck, it's downright cheap. Marnie aka Doe :-) -- A newspaper is a device for making the ignorant more ignorant, and the crazy, crazier. - H.L.Mencken -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5?
Marnie, unless you absolutely have to have a Pentax, I'd heartily recommend you look at the Nikon Coolpix P7100, a really great little package that has most of the features of a mid to low level DSLR with a lens that goes to an effective 200mm. It's recently out of production but I still see them on the net. Got mine a few weeks ago for around $350. -Original Message- From: eactiv...@aol.com Subject: Anyone have the Pentax X-5? Sort of narrowing down my choices for my main camera system. But been looking at having a little fixed lens camera for travel situations (like Disneyland where you don't want to lug around a big camera). The Pentax X-5 seems a lot of value for a little camera. Does have a smaller sensor, but supposed to take good pics. If I my back-up camera is Pentax, I can get in the PUG now and then too. Heh. Anyway, anyone have one? Like it? The Pentax Q might be an option too, although I have my doubts (yes, know it takes interchangeable lenses), but has the X-5 is a little cheaper. Heck, it's downright cheap. Marnie aka Doe :-) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5?
No interest in X-5 myself. My walkabout camera is an Olympus E-PL1 that I picked up body only used for $95. A new Olympus 15mm f/8 body-cap lens was $50, and I already had the Ricoh GV-2 finder for the Ricoh GXR with A12 28mm camera unit. http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3748/9859745064_0ae3102f26_o.jpg The whole deal weighs 14 oz as you see it there, and is big enough to hold steadily. The lens is a fixed aperture 15mm f/8 triplet. It focuses from infinity to .3m at the close limit with a little lever, is click-stopped at the hyper-focal distance for snap-shooting. When you slide the lever to the red mark, it's covered and protected. Light, handy, in body image stabilization ... the body takes an EVF if you want to as well, and the lens mount is completely compatible with the entire range of Micro-FourThirds lenses and other accessories. Image quality is not bad for a cheap triplet lens ... http://www.flickr.com/photos/gdgphoto/9859734955/lightbox Of course, if I want more quality, similar size and a wee bit more weight, an Olympus 17mm f/2.8 lens and a 35mm optical viewfinder does an even better job on the same body. G On Sep 21, 2013, at 10:01 AM, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: Sort of narrowing down my choices for my main camera system. But been looking at having a little fixed lens camera for travel situations (like Disneyland where you don't want to lug around a big camera). The Pentax X-5 seems a lot of value for a little camera. Does have a smaller sensor, but supposed to take good pics. If I my back-up camera is Pentax, I can get in the PUG now and then too. Heh. Anyway, anyone have one? Like it? The Pentax Q might be an option too, although I have my doubts (yes, know it takes interchangeable lenses), but has the X-5 is a little cheaper. Heck, it's downright cheap. Marnie aka Doe :-) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5?
On Sat, Sep 21, 2013, Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: My walkabout camera is an Olympus E-PL1 that I picked up body only used for $95. A new Olympus 15mm f/8 body-cap lens was $50, and I already had the Ricoh GV-2 finder for the Ricoh GXR with A12 28mm camera unit. This is something you REALLY want to try before you buy. I spent five minutes with the later model E-PL5 and HATED the ergonomics. -- Hugs and backrubs -- I break Rule 6http://rule6.info/ * * * Help a hearing-impaired person: http://rule6.info/hearing.html -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5?
On Sep 21, 2013, at 12:27 PM, Aahz Maruch a...@pobox.com wrote: This is something you REALLY want to try before you buy. I spent five minutes with the later model E-PL5 and HATED the ergonomics. What's to hate? Turn it on, click the lens to the hyperfocal, and press the shutter button. Leave the camera on A or iAuto. Done. It's a box with a button on it. We're not talking sophisticated thing here... It's a lot more ergonomic than an iPhone for being a camera... ;-) G -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5?
Sheesh! You guys (all who previously answered) are no help at all. I was trying for something small, something Pentax. Sheesh! That is much more like, Godfrey, if I am not going to do Pentax for a small travel camera, might as well check out the m3/4. Thanks. Marnie aka Doe ;-) The MX-1 is small, cute, and retro. Sheesh! In a message dated 9/21/2013 12:24:36 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, godd...@me.com writes: No interest in X-5 myself. My walkabout camera is an Olympus E-PL1 that I picked up body only used for $95. A new Olympus 15mm f/8 body-cap lens was $50, and I already had the Ricoh GV-2 finder for the Ricoh GXR with A12 28mm camera unit. http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3748/9859745064_0ae3102f26_o.jpg The whole deal weighs 14 oz as you see it there, and is big enough to hold steadily. The lens is a fixed aperture 15mm f/8 triplet. It focuses from infinity to .3m at the close limit with a little lever, is click-stopped at the hyper-focal distance for snap-shooting. When you slide the lever to the red mark, it's covered and protected. Light, handy, in body image stabilization ... the body takes an EVF if you want to as well, and the lens mount is completely compatible with the entire range of Micro-FourThirds lenses and other accessories. Image quality is not bad for a cheap triplet lens ... http://www.flickr.com/photos/gdgphoto/9859734955/lightbox Of course, if I want more quality, similar size and a wee bit more weight, an Olympus 17mm f/2.8 lens and a 35mm optical viewfinder does an even better job on the same body. G -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5?
LOL ...Ask a bunch of equipment nerds and you get equipment nerdy answers. ;-) I figure that since I have mFT stuff already, a small, light, cheap mFT body for a tossable travel lump is just fine. $150 for camera and a new lens seemed pretty nice for something that I can just shrug and move on if a truck runs over it. The Pentax X-5 is a bit of a faux DSLR with a fixed lens. I don't know what's retro about it. The Pentax MX-1 is retro and is pretty. That's about all it has going for it IMO. G On Sep 21, 2013, at 12:36 PM, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: Sheesh! You guys (all who previously answered) are no help at all. I was trying for something small, something Pentax. Sheesh! That is much more like, Godfrey, if I am not going to do Pentax for a small travel camera, might as well check out the m3/4. Thanks. Marnie aka Doe ;-) The MX-1 is small, cute, and retro. Sheesh! -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5?
NO! NO! NO! I had one and it was a POS. Go with an Olympus EPL-2 from some place like Cameta Camera. They have them refurbished sometimes at really good prices. The 17mm and an optical VF or the electronic version make for a really good compact combo. Walt On Sat, Sep 21, 2013 at 1:01 PM, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: Sort of narrowing down my choices for my main camera system. But been looking at having a little fixed lens camera for travel situations (like Disneyland where you don't want to lug around a big camera). The Pentax X-5 seems a lot of value for a little camera. Does have a smaller sensor, but supposed to take good pics. If I my back-up camera is Pentax, I can get in the PUG now and then too. Heh. Anyway, anyone have one? Like it? The Pentax Q might be an option too, although I have my doubts (yes, know it takes interchangeable lenses), but has the X-5 is a little cheaper. Heck, it's downright cheap. Marnie aka Doe :-) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5?
On Sat, Sep 21, 2013, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: Sheesh! You guys (all who previously answered) are no help at all. I was trying for something small, something Pentax. Sheesh! Efina, WG-2, WG-10, or VS20 all meet your criteria for small/Pentax, but they all have serious disadvantages from your previously stated criteria (particularly the lack of viewfinder). -- Hugs and backrubs -- I break Rule 6http://rule6.info/ * * * Help a hearing-impaired person: http://rule6.info/hearing.html -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5?
I had an E-PL2 for a while. Terrible experience. I strongly endorse the notion that this is one you really really need to handle for a while before buying. My particular problem was the big push here to switch into video mode button which was strangely placed right where my thumb wanted to rest when holding the camera in viewing position (shooting with EVF). So I had many unintended worthless minutes of video and many missed still shots. stan On Sep 21, 2013, at 3:36 PM, Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: On Sep 21, 2013, at 12:27 PM, Aahz Maruch a...@pobox.com wrote: This is something you REALLY want to try before you buy. I spent five minutes with the later model E-PL5 and HATED the ergonomics. What's to hate? Turn it on, click the lens to the hyperfocal, and press the shutter button. Leave the camera on A or iAuto. Done. It's a box with a button on it. We're not talking sophisticated thing here... It's a lot more ergonomic than an iPhone for being a camera... ;-) G -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5?
I guess you never found the Button settings menu where you can turn the video button off or assign it to do something useful. I have it set to turn off the LCD when I'm using an OVF. G On Sep 21, 2013, at 1:13 PM, Stan Halpin s...@stans-photography.info wrote: I had an E-PL2 for a while. Terrible experience. I strongly endorse the notion that this is one you really really need to handle for a while before buying. My particular problem was the big push here to switch into video mode button which was strangely placed right where my thumb wanted to rest when holding the camera in viewing position (shooting with EVF). So I had many unintended worthless minutes of video and many missed still shots. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5?
Are you sure? Re: X-5, the price is great, and it has a lot of features, and it has that retro look. So I'd be found to find the controls easily enough. Unless people aren't understanding that I want a PS for travel purposes. This would not be my main camera. I've decided to stick with Canon for another year (just get lighter lenses). None of the others I've looked at (on line) really match, or come close to matching, DSLRs yet. And, well, I am not ready yet to switch to a whole new system, if I have serious reservations. Which I do. Despite the word being verbotten around here, I've been very happy with Canon over the years. Re Oly, yes, a lot recommend the 17mm for a true compact camera on the PENs. But the electronic viewfinders are expensive, even if you get the camera cheap. And I haven't turned up any used ones yet. Marnie aka Doe :-) In a message dated 9/21/2013 12:57:46 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, hamlerwal...@gmail.com writes: NO! NO! NO! I had one and it was a POS. Go with an Olympus EPL-2 from some place like Cameta Camera. They have them refurbished sometimes at really good prices. The 17mm and an optical VF or the electronic version make for a really good compact combo. Walt On Sat, Sep 21, 2013 at 1:01 PM, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: Sort of narrowing down my choices for my main camera system. But been looking at having a little fixed lens camera for travel situations (like Disneyland where you don't want to lug around a big camera). The Pentax X-5 seems a lot of value for a little camera. Does have a smaller sensor, but supposed to take good pics. If I my back-up camera is Pentax, I can get in the PUG now and then too. Heh. Anyway, anyone have one? Like it? The Pentax Q might be an option too, although I have my doubts (yes, know it takes interchangeable lenses), but has the X-5 is a little cheaper. Heck, it's downright cheap. Marnie aka Doe :-) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5?
Never mind, Walt, just found your review on Amazon, where I've been reading mostly favorable reviews, you hated it. Heh. Marnie aka Doe :-) In a message dated 9/21/2013 12:57:46 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, hamlerwal...@gmail.com writes: NO! NO! NO! I had one and it was a POS. Go with an Olympus EPL-2 from some place like Cameta Camera. They have them refurbished sometimes at really good prices. The 17mm and an optical VF or the electronic version make for a really good compact combo. Walt On Sat, Sep 21, 2013 at 1:01 PM, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: Sort of narrowing down my choices for my main camera system. But been looking at having a little fixed lens camera for travel situations (like Disneyland where you don't want to lug around a big camera). The Pentax X-5 seems a lot of value for a little camera. Does have a smaller sensor, but supposed to take good pics. If I my back-up camera is Pentax, I can get in the PUG now and then too. Heh. Anyway, anyone have one? Like it? The Pentax Q might be an option too, although I have my doubts (yes, know it takes interchangeable lenses), but has the X-5 is a little cheaper. Heck, it's downright cheap. Marnie aka Doe :-) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5?
Yes, I am sure the one I had was crap. The concept is good and with sensor technology what it is these days it should have been a winner. But it was very bad! I shot hundreds of pics with it and only one was somewhat OK. The electronic vf was So BAD. Totally a toy. The rear screen was ok, but then you look at just about anything else out there and it was much better. Just not worth the money. I was just at Camera camera and they have EPL-2's and EP-3's for around 200 and less. These are either new or factory refurbs with full warranty. Some have kit lenses as well. I am sure there are a lot of good choices out there. Others have made excellent recommendations as well. I would hate to see you get stuck with the E-5 and not be happy with it, which I am sure would happen. Walt On Sat, Sep 21, 2013 at 4:27 PM, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: Are you sure? Re: X-5, the price is great, and it has a lot of features, and it has that retro look. So I'd be found to find the controls easily enough. Unless people aren't understanding that I want a PS for travel purposes. This would not be my main camera. I've decided to stick with Canon for another year (just get lighter lenses). None of the others I've looked at (on line) really match, or come close to matching, DSLRs yet. And, well, I am not ready yet to switch to a whole new system, if I have serious reservations. Which I do. Despite the word being verbotten around here, I've been very happy with Canon over the years. Re Oly, yes, a lot recommend the 17mm for a true compact camera on the PENs. But the electronic viewfinders are expensive, even if you get the camera cheap. And I haven't turned up any used ones yet. Marnie aka Doe :-) In a message dated 9/21/2013 12:57:46 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, hamlerwal...@gmail.com writes: NO! NO! NO! I had one and it was a POS. Go with an Olympus EPL-2 from some place like Cameta Camera. They have them refurbished sometimes at really good prices. The 17mm and an optical VF or the electronic version make for a really good compact combo. Walt On Sat, Sep 21, 2013 at 1:01 PM, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: Sort of narrowing down my choices for my main camera system. But been looking at having a little fixed lens camera for travel situations (like Disneyland where you don't want to lug around a big camera). The Pentax X-5 seems a lot of value for a little camera. Does have a smaller sensor, but supposed to take good pics. If I my back-up camera is Pentax, I can get in the PUG now and then too. Heh. Anyway, anyone have one? Like it? The Pentax Q might be an option too, although I have my doubts (yes, know it takes interchangeable lenses), but has the X-5 is a little cheaper. Heck, it's downright cheap. Marnie aka Doe :-) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5?
On Sep 21, 2013, at 1:27 PM, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: Unless people aren't understanding that I want a PS for travel purposes. That's what I thought you were looking for. I just like my PS to be in the same system as my main cameras. (Well, actually, my PS is a Leica X2 which performs on par with most main cameras. ;-) ... I've decided to stick with Canon for another year (just get lighter lenses). None of the others I've looked at (on line) really match, or come close to matching, DSLRs yet. I disagree, but it's just a point of opinion. Re Oly, yes, a lot recommend the 17mm for a true compact camera on the PENs. But the electronic viewfinders are expensive, even if you get the camera cheap. And I haven't turned up any used ones yet. Funny, but the prices on the VF-2 are all higher than I paid for mine new a year back ($190 from the local camera shop). Wonder what's driving that? However, for a 17mm lens on a Pen, an optical 35mm viewfinder works great ... just set the AF to Face Detect and let it do its thing. It will be right on the money 99% of the time. I bought a used 35mm OVF for $60 before I spent the bux for a new Voigtländer a couple of years ago. (That's what I use on the X2 quite a lot of the time.) enjoy! Godfrey -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5?
On 21 Sep 2013, at 21:49, Godfrey DiGiorgi godd...@me.com wrote: On Sep 21, 2013, at 1:27 PM, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: Unless people aren't understanding that I want a PS for travel purposes. That's what I thought you were looking for. I just like my PS to be in the same system as my main cameras. (Well, actually, my PS is a Leica X2 which performs on par with most main cameras. ;-) That makes some sort of sense. I've never understood why people want a POS, ops, sorry, PS as a travel camera. When I go somewhere interesting I want to take my best camera. B -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5?
On Sat, Sep 21, 2013, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: Unless people aren't understanding that I want a PS for travel purposes. This would not be my main camera. Yes, that's why I recommended the P7100 (which someone else also recommended), the P7800, or the DMC-LF1 -- all of which have large-ish sensors for PS (1/1.7) for better low-light performance, some kind of viewfinder, and long-ish zooms for compact camera (28-200mm/e). The P7800 isn't actually available yet (early next month) if you're in a hurry. The X-5 really is NOT what you want if you want something small, plus its sensor is smaller than the high-end compacts with shorter zooms. If you want something sized like the X-5, I recommend the Fuji X-S1. -- Hugs and backrubs -- I break Rule 6http://rule6.info/ * * * Help a hearing-impaired person: http://rule6.info/hearing.html -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5?
If you're going to look at Point 'n Shoot cameras in that range, you should probably also consider the Canon G10 - G16 as well. On 9/21/2013 2:56 PM, Kenneth Waller wrote: Marnie, unless you absolutely have to have a Pentax, I'd heartily recommend you look at the Nikon Coolpix P7100, a really great little package that has most of the features of a mid to low level DSLR with a lens that goes to an effective 200mm. It's recently out of production but I still see them on the net. Got mine a few weeks ago for around $350. -Original Message- From: eactiv...@aol.com Subject: Anyone have the Pentax X-5? Sort of narrowing down my choices for my main camera system. But been looking at having a little fixed lens camera for travel situations (like Disneyland where you don't want to lug around a big camera). The Pentax X-5 seems a lot of value for a little camera. Does have a smaller sensor, but supposed to take good pics. If I my back-up camera is Pentax, I can get in the PUG now and then too. Heh. Anyway, anyone have one? Like it? The Pentax Q might be an option too, although I have my doubts (yes, know it takes interchangeable lenses), but has the X-5 is a little cheaper. Heck, it's downright cheap. Marnie aka Doe :-) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5?
Oh. Thanks. Marnie In a message dated 9/21/2013 1:49:49 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, godd...@me.com writes: However, for a 17mm lens on a Pen, an optical 35mm viewfinder works great ... just set the AF to Face Detect and let it do its thing. It will be right on the money 99% of the time. I bought a used 35mm OVF for $60 before I spent the bux for a new Voigtländer a couple of years ago. (That's what I use on the X2 quite a lot of the time.) enjoy! Godfrey -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5?
You should be able to get your hands on a Pentax X-5 at Target. Probably won't be able to do much with it, but you can at least check out whether the size fits what you're looking for. On 9/21/2013 3:36 PM, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: Sheesh! You guys (all who previously answered) are no help at all. I was trying for something small, something Pentax. Sheesh! -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5?
Thanks. I've been looking (online) at a lot of Fuji's because of the IQ. M aka D In a message dated 9/21/2013 2:08:19 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, a...@pobox.com writes: The X-5 really is NOT what you want if you want something small, plus its sensor is smaller than the high-end compacts with shorter zooms. If you want something sized like the X-5, I recommend the Fuji X-S1. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anyone have the Pentax X-5?
Target stores have the X-5, so you can check it out for yourself. On 9/21/2013 4:27 PM, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: Are you sure? Re: X-5, the price is great, and it has a lot of features, and it has that retro look. So I'd be found to find the controls easily enough. Unless people aren't understanding that I want a PS for travel purposes. This would not be my main camera. I've decided to stick with Canon for another year (just get lighter lenses). None of the others I've looked at (on line) really match, or come close to matching, DSLRs yet. And, well, I am not ready yet to switch to a whole new system, if I have serious reservations. Which I do. Despite the word being verbotten around here, I've been very happy with Canon over the years. Re Oly, yes, a lot recommend the 17mm for a true compact camera on the PENs. But the electronic viewfinders are expensive, even if you get the camera cheap. And I haven't turned up any used ones yet. Marnie aka Doe :-) In a message dated 9/21/2013 12:57:46 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, hamlerwal...@gmail.com writes: NO! NO! NO! I had one and it was a POS. Go with an Olympus EPL-2 from some place like Cameta Camera. They have them refurbished sometimes at really good prices. The 17mm and an optical VF or the electronic version make for a really good compact combo. Walt On Sat, Sep 21, 2013 at 1:01 PM, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: Sort of narrowing down my choices for my main camera system. But been looking at having a little fixed lens camera for travel situations (like Disneyland where you don't want to lug around a big camera). The Pentax X-5 seems a lot of value for a little camera. Does have a smaller sensor, but supposed to take good pics. If I my back-up camera is Pentax, I can get in the PUG now and then too. Heh. Anyway, anyone have one? Like it? The Pentax Q might be an option too, although I have my doubts (yes, know it takes interchangeable lenses), but has the X-5 is a little cheaper. Heck, it's downright cheap. Marnie aka Doe :-) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
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Cool. Thanks. M aka D In a message dated 9/21/2013 3:03:35 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, johnsess...@yahoo.com writes: Target stores have the X-5, so you can check it out for yourself. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
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I have a great compact travel camera. I take the battery grip off my k5 and mount the 40/2.8 pancake. Bingo. For everyday pocket camera, it's an iphone5, better than many ps pos. Paul via phone On Sep 21, 2013, at 6:04 PM, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: Cool. Thanks. M aka D In a message dated 9/21/2013 3:03:35 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, johnsess...@yahoo.com writes: Target stores have the X-5, so you can check it out for yourself. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
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Quoting Bob W p...@web-options.com: On 21 Sep 2013, at 21:49, Godfrey DiGiorgi godd...@me.com wrote: On Sep 21, 2013, at 1:27 PM, eactiv...@aol.com wrote: Unless people aren't understanding that I want a PS for travel purposes. That's what I thought you were looking for. I just like my PS to be in the same system as my main cameras. (Well, actually, my PS is a Leica X2 which performs on par with most main cameras. ;-) That makes some sort of sense. I've never understood why people want a POS, ops, sorry, PS as a travel camera. When I go somewhere interesting I want to take my best camera. I agree - especially if I'm going some place that I'm unlikely to return to. Carting my K-5, backup K200D and a few lenses around the USA became tedious but I don't regret it. -- Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney Australia http://lyons-ryan.org/southernlight/ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
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On Sat, Sep 21, 2013, John wrote: If you're going to look at Point 'n Shoot cameras in that range, you should probably also consider the Canon G10 - G16 as well. The main reason I didn't suggest those is that their zoom range is more limited (and Marnie says she likes telephoto -- it's only 28-140mm/e). Otherwise, yes, a good choice. -- Hugs and backrubs -- I break Rule 6http://rule6.info/ * * * Help a hearing-impaired person: http://rule6.info/hearing.html -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
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I mentioned Disneyland in particular. That is not a place you want a heavy camera, going on rides, et. all. For the Southwest, for sure, I'd want a DSLR or something good. HTH, Have a Nice Day! Marnie aka Doe ;-) I think one of the Fujifilm Fine Pixs will work great as a little travel camera. Decision made. In a message dated 9/21/2013 3:29:01 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, apathy...@lyons-ryan.org writes: That makes some sort of sense. I've never understood why people want a POS, ops, sorry, PS as a travel camera. When I go somewhere interesting I want to take my best camera. I agree - especially if I'm going some place that I'm unlikely to return to. Carting my K-5, backup K200D and a few lenses around the USA became tedious but I don't regret it. -- Cheers Brian -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
