Canon 1D X II vs Pentax 645D

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon 1D X II and Pentax 645D, both Pro DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the 1D X II (20MP) and 645D (40MP) and the 1D X II (Full frame) and 645D (Medium format) offer different sensor sizing.

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The 1D X II was unveiled 5 years later than the 645D and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Large SLR).

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the 1D X II grades against the 645D in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS-1D X Mark II and Pentax 645D. The full galleries are available at Canon 1D X II Gallery and Pentax 645D Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Canon 1D X II has got physical dimensions of 158mm x 168mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 1530 grams (3.37 lbs) and the Pentax 645D has specifications of 156mm x 117mm x 119mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.7") accompanied by a weight of 1480 grams (3.26 lbs).

Check out the Canon 1D X II and Pentax 645D in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the 1D X II against the 645D.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 1D X II and 645D is 50 and 50 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking specs. The visual below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 1D X II and 645D.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 1D X II having a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh more challenging and the Pentax 645D will give you extra detail having an extra 20MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more modern 1D X II provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.