SJCAM SJ5000x – Review And Overview

The newest limited edition releases from SJCAM seems to have confused consumers all over the world. This close succession of releases sees 3 new cameras – SJCAM SJ1000x, SJCAM SJ5000x and SJCAM SJ5000x Elite, where each seems to be like an upgraded version of SJCAM’s previous action camera models.

What sets these apart is that the 3 new cameras will only be available for a particular time and probably until stocks last, as each has been produced only in a small specified quantity. The SJCAM SJ5000x has only a 1000 pieces available for purchasing, though the company blog claims that there will be later batches added for the products.

The SJCAM SJ5000x is very similar to SJCAM SJ4000+ and all the basic features are the same, except for a few upgraded ones like the lens, LCD size and user interface. The biggest difference between the two cameras lies in the fact that the SJ5000x is equipped with a Gyro Electronic stabilization system, which helps in stabilizing videos and producing better quality pictures and footage. This will be very beneficial for SJCAM fans as the camera’s use for drones and quadcopters will also increase.

Apart from this, the SJ5000x features a Novatek 96660 chipset to support all the camera’s cool functions. The combination of a 12 MP camera with an OmniVision (OV4689) image sensor and a wide-angle 170° lens with Lens f= 2.99mm and F= 2.8, provides great video and picture results. It is being claimed that the lens has been upgraded as well, but the exact additions have been disclosed.

All image resolutions include 12MP (4032 x 3024), 10MP (3648 x 2736), 8MP (3264 x 2448), 5MP (2592 x 1944), 3MP, 2MHD, VGA and 1.3MP.

It features multiple photo shooting modes – single Shot, burst shot mode (3 photos per second), timer (2s, 3s, 5s, 10s, 20s, 30s, 60s), continuous (2 seconds, 5 seconds to 10 seconds) and photo and video time-lapse.

When it comes to video recording, the SJCAM SJ5000x can record in 2K resolutions to provide amazing recording quality and footage, especially along with tits new gyro stabilization system. All video Resolutions include 2K (2560 x 1440) at 30fps, 1080P (1920 x 1080) at 60fps/ 30fps and 720P (1280 x 720) at 120fps/ 30fps/ 60fps.

It stores video in MP4 format with .h264 codec and images in JPG format, and even has 4x digital zoom features. It will also have a huge variety of settings such as ISO, exposure, white balance, etc.

The SJ5000x has a sporty design that is stylish and very compact, making this lightweight camera only 74g with a battery. It also meets IP68 standards and is waterproof till 30 meters underwater, but needs a waterproof case.

It features a 3.7V 900mAh li-ion rechargeable battery that is removable and can be replaced. It can be charged using a USB cabled connection to a laptop or computer, or wall socket. When recording at 1080P, the camera will work for up to 80 minutes on a complete single charge. A great feature of this camera is that you can record while you charge it (with a power bank as well) making it convenient to use.

The camera also has a 2.0″ LCD screen at the back for you to review what you are recording, and footage can be shared via Wi-Fi. It supports storage cards up to 32GB that are Micro SD Card Class 4 and above, though the company website claims that select 64GB 128GB cards may work with the camera as well. It also supports HDMI HD output function as well as AV out while recording with certain USB-to-AV cable.

The SJCAM SJ5000x now also supports 18 languages in all, with OSD support added for Czech, Slovak, Hungarian, Danish, Dutch and Turkish. It is available in 7 color options – Black, White, Silver, Gold, Blue, Red and Yellow.