Logitech G5 Laser Mouse (Blue/Black)

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Product Details

• Item Weight: 1.1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000ODN7VM
• Item model number: 910-000093
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (224 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #281 in Electronics (See Bestsellers in Electronics)

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• Date first available at Amazon.com: March 14, 2007

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Loaded with features optimized for game play.

A Logitech exclusive, the G5's 36-gram adjustable weight cartridge gives you thousands of variations on balance and weight—including one that´s perfect for your unique gaming style. Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) gaming feet provide the ultra-smooth glide you want in a gaming-grade mouse, while the 2000 dpi laser engine sends out an astounding 1000 USB reports per second for precision response at blinding speeds.  Logitech´s SetPoint software allows you to customize your mouse with advanced features such as game detection and in-game adjustable sensitivity (including independent x- and y-axis settings).

Features

In-game sensitivity switching Get instant access to three sensitivity levels— 400 dpi, 800 dpi, and 2000 dpi. Shift from pixel-precise targeting to fast-twitch maneuvers without pausing the action.		Adjustable weight cartridge Adjust the G5s weight and balance (up to 36 grams) for the control you need to dominate the competition.		Dual thumb buttons New for 2007, the addition of a second thumb button adds even more programmability and control.
2000 dpi laser engine An ultra-high resolution engine churns images at an astounding 6.4 megapixels per second. A massive (30-pixel by 30-pixel) sensor array provides best-in-class performance and tracking.		Polytetrafluoroethylene gaming feet Forget sticky workarounds—the G5's durable polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) feet give the ultra-smooth glide you want in a gaming mouse.		Full-speed USB A 1000 reports/second, bi-directional connection delivers blazing speed and instant acceleration.

System Requirements

• PC with Windows® XP or Vista
• USB port

Hardware

• Tracking Resolution: 2000/800/400 dpi (user selectable)
• Image Processing: 6.4 megapixels/second
• Max. Acceleration: 20G
• Max. Speed: 45—65 inches/second (depending on surface)
• USB Data Format: 16 bits/axis    
• USB Report Rate: 1000 reports/second    
• Sleep Mode: Disabled

Package Contents

• Logitech® G5 Laser Mouse
• Adjustable weight cartridge
• Tuning weights and case
• CD with SetPoint™ software
• Installation Guide
• 3-year limited warranty

Product Description
1. Adjustable weight cartridge: Use up to 36 grams of weight to customize your mouse with a heft and balance thats just right for your game. 2.Adjustable sensitivity: Shift from pixel-precise targeting to lightning-fast maneuvers, without pausing the action. The G5 gives you instant access to three sensitivity levels400, 800, and 2000 dpibefore driver installation. 3.2000 dpi laser engine: Experience the blinding speed and unequaled response of a 6.4 megapixels/second image processor. 4. Full-speed USB: Get blazing speed and instant acceleration from up to 1000 reports/second bidirectional connection. 5.Right-handed comfort grip: Enjoy a natural grip that will not fatigue you. 6.Polytetrafluoroethylene feet: Forget sticky workarounds¿these low-friction feet glide effortlessly across almost any surface.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

45 of 47 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Mouse For Gaming, April 3, 2007

By	Rodney Lucas "narpet" (Lebanon, OH United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The G5 is a durable, well designed mouse. I have been using it for over a year now with no problems. It's very comfortable in the hand and the ability to add or subract weight from it (by adding little weights that fit inside on the bottom) makes it perfect for the gamer. By adding or subtracting weight you can get the feel and the flow that you are looking for. Once you find that "sweet spot" weight, you will really get spoiled by this mouse.

It's not cordless, but for me that's a positive thing. I hate having to constantly add new batteries or sit my mouse on its charger. I can sit down and start using it with no problems. The mouse chord is plenty long and it's not real rigid like a lot of older mouse chords. So your movements are not hampered by the chord.

All in all it's the best mouse I've ever used... and I've been using them ever since they've existed.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good choice for gaming, December 22, 2007

By	dr13zehn - See all my reviews

This is a very nice and well built mouse. As soon as you use it, you can tell that it's very well made. The new surface used on this model is very nice, non slip and does not attract fingerprints, unlike the earlier 6 button version of the G5

The option of changing the weight of the mouse seems gimmicky at first, but as soon as you start to experiment with the weights, you'll see that it's actually quite usefull.

The mouse tracks very well and the on-the-fly DPI changing works flawlessly. Also it glides very nicely which is even more emphasized when using a good mouse pad.

The reason I gave this mouse 4 instead of 5 stars is simply that the shape of the mouse will not suite every gamer. It is an awesome device for anyone using a palm or finger grip on their mouse, but someone (like me) that prefers the claw grip, mainly used in FPS games will find it a bit uncomfortable. You can get used to it though.
Also, the scroll wheel is a bit annoying. It would be better if it was a little wider and didn't have this utterly useless side scrolling function, which makes it a bit awkward to depress it.

All in all this is a great gaming mouse that is worth the money it costs. Every angle of it screams quality.
Just try and take it for a "test drive" before you buy it so you can make sure it's comfortable to you.

11 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars It's all in the size & shape!, October 12, 2008

By	Lakemechanic (West Lafayette, IN USA) - See all my reviews

The G5 is a very nice mouse, but if it dosen't fit one's hand, that dosen't matter. My hands don't work very well & I like another reviewer found the hump in the back just didn't work for me. I was amazed that none of the various mice specification say anything about their size, so here are the results of my quest to find out how big mice are:

V220 - 8.8 cm long
V320 - 9.8 cm
V450 - 10.5 cm
L6, L7, L8, MX400, & MX Revolution - 12.3 cm
LX7 - 12cmx 5cm x 2.5cm (long x wide x high)
MX518-12.5 cm
MX620 - 12.8 cm
G5 - 12.5 cm
G9 - 10.5 cm
Microsoft Basic Optical Mouse - 11.2cm x 5.1cm x 4.2cm
Microsoft Laser Mouse 6000 - 12.4cm x 6.7cm x 4.2cm
Razer DeathAdder - 12.6cm x 6.9cm x 4.5 cm

Sorry no shape factor. I bought the DeathAdder & it also is a very nice mouse & better yet, it works for me.