Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax 645D

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Panasonic FS12 versus Pentax 645D, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Pro DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the FS12 (12MP) and 645D (40MP) and the FS12 (1/2.3") and 645D (Medium format) use different sensor sizing.

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The FS12 was released 10 months earlier than the 645D and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax 645D being a Large SLR camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the FS12 scores against the 645D in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 and Pentax 645D. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS12 Gallery and Pentax 645D Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS12 has physical measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Pentax 645D has measurements of 156mm x 117mm x 119mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.7") accompanied by a weight of 1480 grams (3.26 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FS12 versus Pentax 645D in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the FS12 compared to the 645D.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FS12 and 645D is 95 and 50 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing specs. The graphic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FS12 and 645D.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The FS12 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Pentax 645D will result in more detail as a result of its extra 28 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The older FS12 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.