Panasonic FP2 vs Pentax 645Z

Lets look closer at the Panasonic FP2 versus Pentax 645Z, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Pro DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the FP2 (14MP) and 645Z (51MP) and the FP2 (1/2.3") and 645Z (Medium format) boast different sensor measurements.

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The FP2 was brought out 5 years prior to the 645Z and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax 645Z being a Large SLR camera.

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FP2 grades against the 645Z with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Pentax 645Z. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Pentax 645Z Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP2 features exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Pentax 645Z has measurements of 156mm x 117mm x 123mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 1550 grams (3.42 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FP2 versus Pentax 645Z in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the FP2 vs the 645Z.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP2 and 645Z is 95 and 49 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FP2 and 645Z.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FP2 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Pentax 645Z will provide you with greater detail having its extra 37 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively. The older FP2 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.