Canon 1D X II vs Pentax 645Z

Below is a extensive review of the Canon 1D X II versus Pentax 645Z, both Pro DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the 1D X II (20MP) and 645Z (51MP) and the 1D X II (Full frame) and 645Z (Medium format) posses different sensor sizes.

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The 1D X II was introduced 22 months later than the 645Z which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Large SLR).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the 1D X II matches up vs the 645Z in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1D X Mark II & Pentax 645Z. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 1D X II Gallery & Pentax 645Z Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Canon 1D X II has got external measurements of 158mm x 168mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") and a weight of 1530 grams (3.37 lbs) and the Pentax 645Z has measurements of 156mm x 117mm x 123mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.8") and a weight of 1550 grams (3.42 lbs).

Check the Canon 1D X II versus Pentax 645Z in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the 1D X II against the 645Z.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1D X II and 645Z is 50 and 49 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements simply by seeing technical specs. The photograph below will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D X II and 645Z.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 1D X II using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Pentax 645Z will produce more detail using its extra 31 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern 1D X II should have an edge in sensor tech.