Panasonic TS25 vs Pentax 645Z

Here is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic TS25 and Pentax 645Z, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Pro DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the TS25 (16MP) and 645Z (51MP) and the TS25 (1/2.3") and 645Z (Medium format) use different sensor measurements.

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The TS25 was announced 15 months prior to the 645Z making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic TS25 being a Compact camera and the Pentax 645Z being a Large SLR camera.

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a short highlight of how the TS25 grades vs the 645Z with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 & Pentax 645Z. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS25 Gallery & Pentax 645Z Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS25 features outer measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Pentax 645Z has measurements of 156mm x 117mm x 123mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 1550 grams (3.42 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic TS25 and Pentax 645Z in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the TS25 and the 645Z.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS25 and 645Z is 95 and 49 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The graphic underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TS25 and 645Z.

To sum up, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The TS25 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Pentax 645Z will provide extra detail with its extra 35 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older TS25 will be behind in sensor tech.