Panasonic FS7 vs Pentax 645Z

Lets take a deeper look at the Panasonic FS7 versus Pentax 645Z, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Pro DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the FS7 (10MP) and 645Z (51MP) and the FS7 (1/2.5") and 645Z (Medium format) boast different sensor size.

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The FS7 was introduced 6 years before the 645Z and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax 645Z being a Large SLR camera.

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FS7 matches up versus the 645Z in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 and Pentax 645Z. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FS7 Gallery and Pentax 645Z Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS7 provides exterior measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Pentax 645Z has dimensions of 156mm x 117mm x 123mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 1550 grams (3.42 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FS7 versus Pentax 645Z in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the FS7 and the 645Z.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS7 and 645Z is 95 and 49 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements merely by going through specifications. The graphic underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FS7 and 645Z.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The FS7 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh harder and the Pentax 645Z will produce extra detail using its extra 41 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older FS7 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.