Pentax 645Z vs Pentax Efina
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Pentax 645Z vs Pentax Efina Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 51MP - Medium format Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 204800
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax 645AF2 Mount
- 1550g - 156 x 117 x 123mm
- Revealed April 2014
- Older Model is Pentax 645D
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 91g - 87 x 54 x 21mm
- Released June 2013
Pentax 645Z vs Pentax Efina Overview
Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Pentax 645Z vs Pentax Efina, former being a Pro DSLR while the latter is a Ultracompact and both are manufactured by Pentax. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the 645Z (51MP) and Efina (14MP) and the 645Z (Medium format) and Efina (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe 645Z was introduced 11 months later than the Efina which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax 645Z being a Large SLR camera and the Pentax Efina being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the 645Z scores against the Efina with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax 645Z vs Pentax Efina Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax 645Z & Pentax Efina. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax 645Z Gallery & Pentax Efina Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax 645Z over the Pentax Efina
645Z | Efina | |||
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Released | April 2014 | June 2013 | Fresher by 11 months | |
Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3.2" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.7") | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 230k | Clearer screen (+807k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax Efina over the Pentax 645Z
Efina | 645Z |
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Common features in the Pentax 645Z and Pentax Efina
645Z | Efina | |||
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Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Pentax 645Z vs Pentax Efina Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax 645Z comes with external dimensions of 156mm x 117mm x 123mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.8") along with a weight of 1550 grams (3.42 lbs) whilst the Pentax Efina has dimensions of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).
Analyze the Pentax 645Z vs Pentax Efina in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the 645Z and the Efina.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 645Z and Efina is 49 and 97 respectively.
Pentax 645Z vs Pentax Efina Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 645Z and Efina.
As you have seen, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 645Z with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Pentax 645Z will provide you with greater detail using its extra 37MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher 645Z provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Pentax 645Z vs Pentax Efina Specifications
Pentax 645Z | Pentax Efina | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Pentax |
Model type | Pentax 645Z | Pentax Efina |
Type | Pro DSLR | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2014-04-15 | 2013-06-03 |
Body design | Large SLR | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | PRIME III | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Medium format | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 44 x 33mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 1,452.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 51 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 8256 x 6192 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 204800 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 27 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Pentax 645AF2 | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | - | 20cm |
Available lenses | 6 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 0.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2" | 2.5" |
Screen resolution | 1,037k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 98 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.85x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 1/8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1400s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.10 m |
Flash options | Flash On, Flash On+Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Slow-speed Sync+Red-eye, P-TTL, Trailing Curtain Sync, contrast-control-sync, high-speed sync, wireless sync | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/125s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p,24p) | 1280 x 720, 640 x 480 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1550 gr (3.42 pounds) | 91 gr (0.20 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 156 x 117 x 123mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.8") | 87 x 54 x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 101 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 26.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 4505 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 650 images | 200 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI90 | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Dual | Single |
Launch cost | $5,024 | $10 |