Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Pentax 645D

The following is a detailed analysis of the Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Pentax 645D, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Pro DSLR by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the XZ-2 iHS (12MP) and 645D (40MP) and the XZ-2 iHS (1/1.7") and 645D (Medium format) have different sensor measurements.

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The XZ-2 iHS was released 2 years after the 645D which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus XZ-2 iHS being a Compact camera and the Pentax 645D being a Large SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the XZ-2 iHS scores against the 645D in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus XZ-2 iHS & Pentax 645D. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus XZ-2 iHS Gallery & Pentax 645D Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus XZ-2 iHS offers physical dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") with a weight of 346 grams (0.76 lbs) while the Pentax 645D has measurements of 156mm x 117mm x 119mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.7") with a weight of 1480 grams (3.26 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the XZ-2 iHS against the 645D.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the XZ-2 iHS and 645D is 85 and 50 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the XZ-2 iHS and 645D.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The XZ-2 iHS because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Pentax 645D will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 28MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern XZ-2 iHS provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.