Panasonic FP3 vs Pentax 645Z
95 Imaging
36 Features
25 Overall
31
49 Imaging
80 Features
74 Overall
77
Panasonic FP3 vs Pentax 645Z Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 155g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 51MP - Medium format Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 204800
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax 645AF2 Mount
- 1550g - 156 x 117 x 123mm
- Introduced April 2014
- Old Model is Pentax 645D
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone Panasonic FP3 vs Pentax 645Z Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Panasonic FP3 vs Pentax 645Z, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Pro DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the FP3 (14MP) and 645Z (51MP) and the FP3 (1/2.3") and 645Z (Medium format) offer totally different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe FP3 was revealed 5 years prior to the 645Z which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax 645Z being a Large SLR camera.
Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the FP3 matches up against the 645Z in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban Panasonic FP3 vs Pentax 645Z Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 & Pentax 645Z. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FP3 Gallery & Pentax 645Z Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP3 over the Pentax 645Z
| FP3 | 645Z | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax 645Z over the Panasonic FP3
| 645Z | FP3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | April 2014 |  | January 2010 | More modern by 52 months |
| Focus manually |  | Dial exact focus | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display dimensions | 3.2" |  | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
| Display resolution | 1037k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+807k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FP3 and Pentax 645Z
| FP3 | 645Z | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen |
Panasonic FP3 vs Pentax 645Z Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP3 features exterior dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Pentax 645Z has measurements of 156mm x 117mm x 123mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.8") having a weight of 1550 grams (3.42 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FP3 vs Pentax 645Z in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the FP3 versus the 645Z.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP3 and 645Z is 95 and 49 respectively.
Panasonic FP3 vs Pentax 645Z Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The image below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FP3 and 645Z.
As you can tell, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FP3 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Pentax 645Z will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 37MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged FP3 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
Panasonic FP3 vs Pentax 645Z Screen and ViewFinder
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesStreet Comparison
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideSports Comparison
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesTravel Comparison
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsLandscape Comparison
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthVlogging Comparison
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video
Panasonic FP3 vs Pentax 645Z Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | Pentax 645Z | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | Pentax 645Z |
| Class | Ultracompact | Pro DSLR |
| Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2014-04-15 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Large SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Venus Engine IV | PRIME III |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Medium format |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 44 x 33mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 1,452.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 51 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
| Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 8256 x 6192 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 204800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 27 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | Pentax 645AF2 |
| Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | - |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
| Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
| Total lenses | - | 6 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 0.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3.2 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230k dot | 1,037k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 98 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.85x |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 5.0fps | 3.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.90 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Flash On, Flash On+Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Slow-speed Sync+Red-eye, P-TTL, Trailing Curtain Sync, contrast-control-sync, high-speed sync, wireless sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Highest flash sync | - | 1/125 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p,24p) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 155 gr (0.34 lb) | 1550 gr (3.42 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 156 x 117 x 123mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | 101 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 26.0 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 14.7 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 4505 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 650 shots |
| Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | D-LI90 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots |
| Storage slots | 1 | Two |
| Pricing at launch | $182 | $5,024 |