Panasonic FZ150 vs Pentax 645D

Below is a extended comparison of the Panasonic FZ150 vs Pentax 645D, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Pro DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the FZ150 (12MP) and 645D (40MP) and the FZ150 (1/2.3") and 645D (Medium format) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FZ150 was released 2 years later than the 645D and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax 645D being a Large SLR camera.

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the FZ150 grades vs the 645D with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 & Pentax 645D. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery & Pentax 645D Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ150 has outer measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) whilst the Pentax 645D has sizing of 156mm x 117mm x 119mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.7") along with a weight of 1480 grams (3.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ150 vs Pentax 645D in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the FZ150 versus the 645D.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ150 and 645D is 67 and 50 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through technical specs. The photograph underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ150 and 645D.

As you have seen, both the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The FZ150 because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF harder and the Pentax 645D will provide extra detail as a result of its extra 28MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively. The more modern FZ150 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.