Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax 645Z

The following is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic TS5 and Pentax 645Z, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Pro DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the TS5 (16MP) and 645Z (51MP) and the TS5 (1/2.3") and 645Z (Medium format) posses different sensor size.

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The TS5 was announced 9 months before the 645Z so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera and the Pentax 645Z being a Large SLR camera.

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the TS5 scores against the 645Z in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic TS5 has got exterior measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Pentax 645Z has specifications of 156mm x 117mm x 123mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.8") having a weight of 1550 grams (3.42 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the TS5 versus the 645Z.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS5 and 645Z is 91 and 49 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing technical specs. The picture here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TS5 and 645Z.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The TS5 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Pentax 645Z will render extra detail with its extra 35 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged TS5 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.