Silhouette CAMEO 5 - White

SILH-CAMEO-5-WHT-5T
€349.99
  €259.99
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What’s included

  • Silhouette CAMEO 5 White
  • AC Adapter/Power cable set
  • Cutting Mat 30,5 cm (12 inch)
  • AutoBlade (Type B)
  • Blade adjustment tool
  • Roll Feeder
  • Safety Sheet
  • Silhouette Studio® software (download)
  • User's Manual (download)
  • 100 exclusive designs (available with registration)
  • 1-month Silhouette Design Store subscription (available with registration)
Cameo 5

CAMEO 5

Powerful Precision Cutting

The Silhouette CAMEO 5 is a state-of-the-art machine with updated engineering for superior performance. It's the fastest, most accurate, and quietest model in the Silhouette lineup. Whether you're a beginner discovering your creative potential or a professional working on advanced designs, the CAMEO 5 offers both reliability and versatility to achieve outstanding results across a variety of projects. With unparalleled precision and efficiency, it's the ultimate tool for creators of all levels.

Ultimate Cutting Precision

The CAMEO 5 delivers cutting precision that exceeds the expectations of creators, from beginners to advanced users.

Elevated Functionality

Enhanced User Engagement

Maximize material usage with enhanced vinyl capabilities. Boost work efficiency with time-saving features and enjoy a quieter, smoother operation.

Enhanced User
Foil Stamp

Foil Stamp

The Heat Pen* allows you to create detailed foil stamped designs on cardstock and faux leather using heat, resulting in a more durable and elegant finish than traditional foiling methods.

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Emboss

Emboss

The Embossing Tool* creates beautiful embossed and debossed effects on paper and foil, allowing for dimensional designs that go beyond what cutting or sketching can achieve.

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Sketching

Sketching

The Pen Holder (Type C)* allows you to incorporate both cutting and sketching in a single project without changing tools, enabling smooth transitions and efficient design workflows.

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Inspiration

Bloom Your Inspiration

Beyond cutting and sketching, creators can explore an expanded creative universe with a variety of additional tool options.

Greater Material Diversity

The CAMEO 5 supports a wide variety of materials and sizes, unlocking limitless creative possibilities.

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Curl-free. Tear-free. Easy Weeding.

The Electrostatic Mat* securely holds thin materials in place, eliminating the need for rollers or a sticky cutting mat. Thin materials won’t tear or curl when removed.

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Silhouette New Architecture

Silhouette’s proven chassis design, combined with its advanced belt-driven system, ensures unmatched stability and accuracy. Engineered for smooth, precise cuts every time, it provides the reliability creators need for consistent, professional results.

Silhouette New Architecture

Powered By Patented Intelligent Path Technology

Intelligent Path Technology enables highly precise cutting of ultra-thin paper—once thought to be too delicate for digital cutting—while maintaining smooth, stable performance across a wide range of materials.

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Command Over Delicate Projects

The Electrostatic Mat makes it easy to craft intricate projects, from delicate paper cuts on thin sheets to creating paper flowers and lights with precision.

Expanding Loadable Width

Materials that are 12.7 cm or slightly larger or smaller than standard sizes can now be easily accommodated.

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Powered By Silhouette Studio®

Every Silhouette machine comes with the powerful Silhouette Studio® software. Explore the extensive Silhouette Design Store, import custom fonts and images, or create designs from scratch. Unlock even more features with software upgrades.

Technical Specifications

Cutting Area

30.5 cm x 61 cm (12 in. x 24 in.) -- With a Cutting Mat

29.5 cm x 487.7 cm (11.6 in. x 16 ft.) -- With lined material (when using Roll Feeder)

Maximum Material Thickness

3 mm (118.11 mils)

Maximum Cutting Speed

300 mm/s

Registration Mark Reading

Yes

Number of Plunger Mountable

2

Automatic Adjust for AutoBlade(Type B)

Yes

Interfaces

USB 2.0 (FULL-speed) / Bluetooth®

Rated Power Supply

AC adapter DC 24V (1.25A)

Power Consumption

25 W

Working Environment

10–35 °C, 35–75 % RH (non-condensing)

Guaranteed Operating Environment

16–32 °C, 35–70 % RH (non-condensing)

Unit Dimensions

56.6 cm x 17.6 cm x 12.4 cm (22.28 in. x 6.94 in. x 4.89 in.)

Unit Weight

5.20 kg (11.5 lbs.)

Shipping Dimensions

63 cm x 27.3 cm x 24 cm (24.8 in. x 10.75 in. x 9.45 in.)

Shipping Weight

7.63 kg (16.8 lbs.)

Requires Silhouette Studio® software version

4.5.700 or higher

Minimum System Requirements

Windows 10 or later, macOS 13 or later

Machine features

Matless cutting capabilities

Power tool capability

Automatic tool detection

Adjustable pinch rollers with improved grip strength and ability to customize the position

Auto-cross cutting with the AutoBlade(Type B)

Quieter operation

Smooth opening lid architecture

New reinforced roll feeder attachment (attachable)

Electrostatic mat (optional add-on accessory)

Improved registration mark reading for Print & Cut jobs

Wireless cutting with Bluetooth® connectivity

PixScan™ compatible

Driven by Silhouette Studio® giving you limitless design options to customize your projects

Questions & Answers

What kind of projects can I make with the CAMEO 5?

You can create original stickers, T-shirts, paper crafts, and many other types of projects using your favorite designs and materials. By using optional tools, you can also work with fabric and synthetic leather or create projects using techniques beyond cutting, such as sketching and heat foiling.

What are the main features of the CAMEO 5?

The CAMEO 5 is one of the fastest, most precise, and quietest cutting machines in Silhouette's lineup. It is a grit-roller type cutting machine that can flexibly handle various material widths up to 12 inches. With the included roll feeder, it can also cut longer roll materials.

What types of materials can the CAMEO 5 cut?

Using the included AutoBlade, you can easily cut vinyl, heat transfer materials, and cardstock. With optional tools, you can also cut fabrics, felt, synthetic leather, EVA sheets, and thin rubber sheets.

Does the CAMEO 5 offer functions other than cutting?

Yes. By using a variety of optional tools, you can perform processes beyond cutting. With the Heat Pen Set, you can apply heat foiling; the Embossing Tool allows you to emboss or deboss on cardstock; and with the pen holder you can sketch or do calligraphy using your favorite pens.

What do I need to start creating projects with the CAMEO 5?

All you need is a computer and the material you want to cut to start creating right away. The CAMEO 5 includes an AutoBlade, a cutting mat, and the Silhouette Studio software, so once the machine arrives you can begin designing and cutting immediately.

Machine Comparison

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Quick Comparison Silhouette CAMEO 5α Silhouette CAMEO 5 Silhouette CAMEO 5α PLUS Silhouette CAMEO 5 PLUS Silhouette CAMEO PRO MK-II Silhouette Portrait 4 Silhouette CURIO 2
Best for Faster sketching and versatile everyday projects Versatile everyday cutting projects Wider-format projects with faster sketching Wider-format everyday cutting projects Large-scale projects and long-length cutting Labels, stickers, decals, and compact creative projects Flat materials and specialty applications
Max material width 30.5 cm 12 in. 30.5 cm 12 in. 37.1 cm 14.6 in. 37.1 cm 14.6 in. 60 cm 23.6 in. 21.8 cm 8.6 in. 30.5 cm 12 in.
Print & Cut Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Bluetooth® Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Power tool capability Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
2nd Tool Holder Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes
Roll Feeder Optional Included Optional Included Included No No
Electrostatic Mat Optional Optional Optional Optional No Optional Included
Crosscut Auto Auto Auto Auto Auto / Manual Auto No
Registration marks 4-point 3-point 4-point 3-point 4-point 3-point 3-point

Technical Specifications

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Specifications Silhouette CAMEO 5α Silhouette CAMEO 5 Silhouette CAMEO 5α PLUS Silhouette CAMEO 5 PLUS Silhouette CAMEO PRO MK-II Silhouette Portrait 4 Silhouette CURIO 2
Media Clearance 3 mm 3 mm 3 mm 3 mm 3 mm 2 mm 20 mm
Max cutting depth 3 mm 3 mm 3 mm 3 mm 3 mm 2 mm 3 mm
Max cutting speed 300 mm/s 300 mm/s 300 mm/s 300 mm/s 300 mm/s 100 mm/s 100 mm/s
Max sketching speed 400 mm/s 300 mm/s 400 mm/s 300 mm/s 300 mm/s 100 mm/s 100 mm/s
Max cutting size (with a cutting mat) 30.5 × 61 cm 12 × 24 in. 30.5 × 61 cm 12 × 24 in. 37.1 × 38.1 cm 14.6 × 15 in. 37.1 × 38.1 cm 14.6 × 15 in. 59.0 × 61.0 cm 23.2 × 24 in. 21.6 × 30.5 cm 8.5 × 12 in. 30.5 × 30.5 cm 12 × 12 in.
Max cutting size (without a cutting mat) 29.5 cm × 4.88 m 11.6 in. × 16 ft. 29.5 cm × 4.88 m 11.6 in. × 16 ft. 37.1 cm × 4.88 m 14.6 in. × 16 ft. 37.1 cm × 4.88 m 14.6 in. × 16 ft. 60.0 cm × 4.88 m 23.6 in. × 16 ft. 21.8 cm × 1.37 m 8.6 in. × 4.5 ft. 30.5 × 30.5 cm 12 × 12 in.
Carriage type Dual Tool Holder Dual Tool Holder Dual Tool Holder Dual Tool Holder Dual Tool Holder Single Tool Holder Dual Tool Holder
Unit size 56.6 × 17.6 × 12.4 cm 56.6 × 17.6 × 12.4 cm 64.2 × 17.6 × 12.4 cm 64.2 × 17.6 × 12.4 cm 87.6 × 19.5 × 17.0 cm 44.0 × 16.3 × 12.4 cm 61.1 × 50.5 × 23.9 cm
Unit weight 5.2 kg 5.2 kg 5.7 kg 5.7 kg 9.0 kg 2.0 kg 10.8 kg
Navigation Touch panel Touch panel Touch panel Touch panel Touch panel Buttons Touch panel
Color options Classic White
Matte Black
Matte Pink
Classic White
Matte Black
Matte Pink
Bianco Carrara
Matte Black Classic White Matte Black Classic White Classic White

Blades and Tool Compatibility

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Blade / Tool Silhouette CAMEO 5α Silhouette CAMEO 5 Silhouette CAMEO 5α PLUS Silhouette CAMEO 5 PLUS Silhouette CAMEO PRO MK-II Silhouette Portrait 4 Silhouette CURIO 2
Blade (Ratchet)
AutoBlade (Type B)
Premium Blade
Deep-Cut Blade
2 mm Kraft Blade
2 mm Kraft Blade (Type B)
3 mm Kraft Blade
Manual Blade (1 mm)
Manual Blade (2 mm)
Rotary Blade
Punch Tool
Pen Holder (Type B)
Tool Adapter Set
Heat Pen Tool
Embossing Tool (Type C)
Pen Holder (Type C)
Power Engraver Tool
Leather Punch Tool
Leather Carving Knife Tool

Compatible
Compatible with Tool Adapter Set, though using the successor blade is recommended

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