Nikon D1H vs Pentax 645Z

In this write-up, we are matching up the Nikon D1H versus Pentax 645Z, both Pro DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the D1H (3MP) and 645Z (51MP) and the D1H (APS-C) and 645Z (Medium format) possess totally different sensor size.

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The D1H was manufactured 13 years prior to the 645Z which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Large SLR).

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the D1H matches up versus the 645Z when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D1H & Pentax 645Z. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon D1H Gallery & Pentax 645Z Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon D1H enjoys outer dimensions of 157mm x 153mm x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs) while the Pentax 645Z has specifications of 156mm x 117mm x 123mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.8") with a weight of 1550 grams (3.42 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the D1H against the 645Z.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D1H and 645Z is 51 and 49 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing technical specs. The pic below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the D1H and 645Z.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The D1H featuring a tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Pentax 645Z will deliver more detail due to its extra 48MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged D1H is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.