Panasonic FX90 vs Pentax 645Z

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic FX90 and Pentax 645Z, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Pro DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the FX90 (12MP) and 645Z (51MP) and the FX90 (1/2.3") and 645Z (Medium format) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The FX90 was introduced 3 years prior to the 645Z which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FX90 being a Compact camera and the Pentax 645Z being a Large SLR camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the FX90 grades versus the 645Z with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 & Pentax 645Z. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FX90 Gallery & Pentax 645Z Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX90 features exterior measurements of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Pentax 645Z has proportions of 156mm x 117mm x 123mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.8") and a weight of 1550 grams (3.42 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the FX90 against the 645Z.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX90 and 645Z is 95 and 49 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading through specifications. The picture here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FX90 and 645Z.

To sum up, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FX90 having a tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh harder and the Pentax 645Z will resolve more detail using its extra 39 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FX90 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.