Olympus FE-3010 vs Pentax 645Z

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus FE-3010 and Pentax 645Z, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Pro DSLR by brands Olympus and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the FE-3010 (12MP) and 645Z (51MP) and the FE-3010 (1/2.3") and 645Z (Medium format) boast totally different sensor size.

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The FE-3010 was launched 6 years prior to the 645Z and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus FE-3010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax 645Z being a Large SLR camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the FE-3010 matches up vs the 645Z in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-3010 & Pentax 645Z. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus FE-3010 Gallery & Pentax 645Z Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-3010 provides outer dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 108 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Pentax 645Z has sizing of 156mm x 117mm x 123mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.8") and a weight of 1550 grams (3.42 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus FE-3010 and Pentax 645Z in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the FE-3010 and the 645Z.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FE-3010 and 645Z is 97 and 49 respectively.

Often, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-3010 and 645Z.

Clearly, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FE-3010 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Pentax 645Z will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 39 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The older FE-3010 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.