Canon 1D MIV vs Pentax 645D

The following is a detailed analysis of the Canon 1D MIV versus Pentax 645D, both Pro DSLR cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the 1D MIV (16MP) and 645D (40MP) and the 1D MIV (APS-H) and 645D (Medium format) enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The 1D MIV was introduced at a similar time to the 645D and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Large SLR).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the 1D MIV scores against the 645D in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS-1D Mark IV and Pentax 645D. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 1D MIV Gallery and Pentax 645D Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon 1D MIV provides physical measurements of 156mm x 157mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 1230 grams (2.71 lbs) while the Pentax 645D has measurements of 156mm x 117mm x 119mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.7") and a weight of 1480 grams (3.26 lbs).

Contrast the Canon 1D MIV versus Pentax 645D in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the 1D MIV vs the 645D.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the 1D MIV and 645D is 51 and 50 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by looking through specs. The picture here will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D MIV and 645D.

All in all, both of those cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 1D MIV using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Pentax 645D will render extra detail using its extra 24MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively.