Pentax 645D vs Pentax K-r
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Pentax 645D vs Pentax K-r Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 40MP - Medium format Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 1600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- No Video
- Pentax 645AF2 Mount
- 1480g - 156 x 117 x 119mm
- Announced March 2010
- Replacement is Pentax 645Z
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 598g - 125 x 97 x 68mm
- Introduced March 2011
Pentax 645D vs Pentax K-r Overview
The following is a extensive analysis of the Pentax 645D vs Pentax K-r, one is a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both designed by Pentax. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the 645D (40MP) and K-r (12MP) and the 645D (Medium format) and K-r (APS-C) have different sensor sizes.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe 645D was revealed 12 months prior to the K-r so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Pentax 645D being a Large SLR camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the 645D grades vs the K-r in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax 645D vs Pentax K-r Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax 645D and Pentax K-r. The full galleries are available at Pentax 645D Gallery and Pentax K-r Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax 645D over the Pentax K-r
645D | K-r |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-r over the Pentax 645D
K-r | 645D | |||
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Introduced | March 2011 | March 2010 | Newer by 12 months |
Common features in the Pentax 645D and Pentax K-r
645D | K-r | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 921k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Pentax 645D vs Pentax K-r Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax 645D has outer measurements of 156mm x 117mm x 119mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.7") and a weight of 1480 grams (3.26 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-r has specifications of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") with a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).
Compare the Pentax 645D vs Pentax K-r in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the 645D and the K-r.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 645D and K-r is 50 and 67 respectively.
Pentax 645D vs Pentax K-r Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specifications. The picture underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 645D and K-r.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 645D using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Pentax 645D will resolve more detail because of its extra 28 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged 645D is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Pentax 645D vs Pentax K-r Specifications
Pentax 645D | Pentax K-r | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Pentax |
Model | Pentax 645D | Pentax K-r |
Category | Pro DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2010-03-10 | 2011-03-11 |
Body design | Large SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Prime II | Prime II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | Medium format | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 44 x 33mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 1,452.0mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 40 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 7264 x 5440 | 4288 x 2848 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax 645AF2 | Pentax KAF2 |
Number of lenses | 6 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 0.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle and with AR coating | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 98 percent | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.85x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain | Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync, High-Speed Sync and Wireless Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/125 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1480 grams (3.26 lb) | 598 grams (1.32 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 156 x 117 x 119mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.7") | 125 x 97 x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 82 | 72 |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.6 | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.6 | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | 1262 | 755 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 800 shots | 470 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI90 | D-LI109,4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | 2 | 1 |
Cost at release | $4,000 | $1,100 |