Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax 645Z

Here is a in depth overview of the Panasonic TS4 and Pentax 645Z, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Pro DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the TS4 (12MP) and 645Z (51MP) and the TS4 (1/2.3") and 645Z (Medium format) offer totally different sensor size.

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The TS4 was released 3 years prior to the 645Z and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera and the Pentax 645Z being a Large SLR camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the TS4 scores versus the 645Z for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 and Pentax 645Z. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic TS4 Gallery and Pentax 645Z Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic TS4 offers outer dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Pentax 645Z has specifications 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 TS4 and Pentax 645Z in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the TS4 against the 645Z.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS4 and 645Z is 92 and 49 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing a spec sheet. The visual below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS4 and 645Z.

Clearly, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TS4 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Pentax 645Z will render more detail as a result of its extra 39MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older TS4 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.