Pentax 645D vs Sony TX1
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Pentax 645D vs Sony TX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 40MP - Medium format Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 1600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- No Video
- Pentax 645AF2 Mount
- 1480g - 156 x 117 x 119mm
- Introduced March 2010
- Newer Model is Pentax 645Z
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 142g - 94 x 58 x 17mm
- Announced August 2009
Pentax 645D vs Sony TX1 Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Pentax 645D vs Sony TX1, one is a Pro DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Pentax and Sony. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the 645D (40MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the 645D (Medium format) and TX1 (1/2.4") come with different sensor measurements.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe 645D was manufactured 8 months after the TX1 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax 645D being a Large SLR camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the 645D grades versus the TX1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax 645D vs Sony TX1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax 645D and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax 645D Gallery and Sony TX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax 645D over the Sony TX1
645D | TX1 | |||
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Announced | March 2010 | August 2009 | Newer by 8 months | |
Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TX1 over the Pentax 645D
TX1 | 645D | |||
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Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax 645D and Sony TX1
645D | TX1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurements | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Pentax 645D vs Sony TX1 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax 645D offers external measurements of 156mm x 117mm x 119mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.7") along with a weight of 1480 grams (3.26 lbs) whilst the Sony TX1 has measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax 645D vs Sony TX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the 645D against the TX1.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 645D and TX1 is 50 and 96 respectively.
Pentax 645D vs Sony TX1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 645D and TX1.
Clearly, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 645D featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Pentax 645D will deliver extra detail due to its extra 30 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent 645D should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Pentax 645D vs Sony TX1 Specifications
Pentax 645D | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Sony |
Model type | Pentax 645D | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 |
Type | Pro DSLR | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-03-10 | 2009-08-06 |
Body design | Large SLR | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Prime II | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Medium format | 1/2.4" |
Sensor measurements | 44 x 33mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor area | 1,452.0mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 40 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 7264 x 5440 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Pentax 645AF2 | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 8cm |
Available lenses | 6 | - |
Crop factor | 0.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle and with AR coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 98% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.85x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1250 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/125 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1480g (3.26 pounds) | 142g (0.31 pounds) |
Dimensions | 156 x 117 x 119mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.7") | 94 x 58 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 82 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1262 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 800 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI90 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Two | Single |
Pricing at release | $4,000 | $350 |