Panasonic FZ300 vs Pentax 645Z

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Panasonic FZ300 versus Pentax 645Z, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Pro DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the FZ300 (12MP) and 645Z (51MP) and the FZ300 (1/2.3") and 645Z (Medium format) provide different sensor size.

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The FZ300 was brought out 16 months after the 645Z which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax 645Z being a Large SLR camera.

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FZ300 grades vs the 645Z in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 & Pentax 645Z. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ300 Gallery & Pentax 645Z Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ300 enjoys physical measurements of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") and a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs) whilst the Pentax 645Z has dimensions of 156mm x 117mm x 123mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.8") with a weight of 1550 grams (3.42 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FZ300 versus Pentax 645Z in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the FZ300 and the 645Z.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ300 and 645Z is 59 and 49 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by looking at specs. The picture below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ300 and 645Z.

All in all, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FZ300 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Pentax 645Z will give extra detail having its extra 39 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent FZ300 should have an edge in sensor technology.