GE X5

I first saw this digital camera at a mall several months ago when a friend of mine told me about it. Obviously, the GE X5 looks like a mini-DSLR. The good thing is, this digicam is not only a capable point-and-shoot camera with manual controls but also affordable too. The bad thing? Well, the Nintendo DSi XL was my first priority and I dun have enough money to buy two gadgets at the same time. So first I bought the XL and planned to save money again for the other one. But one day, my older sis went to the mall to buy a digital camera for herself. I’m so confident that she wouldn’t want to buy the GE coz she prefers to buy brands like Sony, Canon and the like. I got shocked when they got home coz what she was holding is my precious GE.. :( I’m really disappointed.. I envy her.. snifff. But anyway, I’ll still save money to buy this one. ;P

Below are the specs and capabilities of the GE X5:

Overview

• Optical Image Stabilization • ISO 3200 • 27mm Len

Pan-Capture Panorama
Wide-view photos are produced by panning the camera across to create a seamless panoramic picture.

Auto Scene Detection
Automatically determines the appropriate scene type and optimizes exposure for sharp, vibrant pictures.

Blink DetectionBlink Detection alerts you if a subject’s eyes were closed so you can immediately retake the picture.

Smile Detection
The shutter automatically releases when the smile appears so
you can capture smiles the moment they happen.

Face Detection
Face Detection automatically focuses and optimizes exposure for sharp, brilliant pictures.

Optical Image Stabilization
Automatically adjusts for unintentional camera shake, giving you clear, crisp pictures every time.

In-Camera Red-Eye RemovalRemove red-eye immediately while viewing images on the LCD.

High Dynamic RangeAdjusts the camera’s exposure providing more picture detail.

Accessories included with the X5:

• Battery (AA Alkaline x4)
• USB cable
• Shoulder strap
• CD ROM Manual
• Quick Start Guide
• Arcsoft Photo Impression 6
  Simplify management of your photos, videos and music files on your computer and get creative with digital photos.

Specifications:

Megapixels: 14.1 megapixels

Optical Zoom: 15X

Digital Zoom: 5.7X

LCD Size: 2.7 inch TFT color LCD (230,400 pixels)

Features:

• Pan-Capture Panorama
• Auto Scene Detection
• Blink Detection
• Smile Detection
• Face Detection
• Optical Image Stabilization
• Red-Eye Removal
• High Dynamic Range

Other Features: PictBridge, ExifPrint Support, Multi-language Support, High Dynamic Range

Focal Length: 4.9mm (Wide) – 73.5mm (Tele)

35mm Equivalent: 27mm (Wide) - 405mm (Tele)

F Number: f/3.0 (Wide) – f/5.2 (Tele)

File Format - Still Movie: Exif2.2 (JPEG) QuickTime Motion JPEG, Audio: G.711 [monoaural]

Audio: WAVE [monoaural], (Max 60 seconds)

Recording Media: Internal Memory: 18MB SD/SDHC Card (up to 16G support)

AF Method:Single AF, Multi-AF (TTL 9-point), Face-Detection+Face AE, AF Assist Light (On/Off)

Output Jacks: USB2.0/AV-OUT (Integrated Proprietary Connector)

ISO Sensitivity:Auto, ISO 80/100/200/400/800/1600/3200

Shooting Modes:Auto, Manual, ASCN, Movie, Scene (Sport, Children, Indoor, Leaf, Snow, Sunset, Fireworks, Glass, Museum, Landscape, Night Landscape, Night Portrait), Portrait, Panorama.

Focusing Range Normal: (Wide) 60cm ~∞ (Tele) 200cm ~∞

Macro: (Wide) 5cm ~∞ (Tele) 200cm ~∞

Power: 4 x AA Alkaline Battery or 4AA NiMH Battery

Weight: 13.4 oz. (Approx. 382g) (Body only)

Dimensions: 4.02 inch Width x 2.87 inch Height x 2.68 inch Depth

*Credits to the owner of this pic.