Pentax 645Z vs Pentax K-50

On this page, we are contrasting the Pentax 645Z vs Pentax K-50, one is a Pro DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and both of them are created by Pentax. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the 645Z (51MP) and K-50 (16MP) and the 645Z (Medium format) and K-50 (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.

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The 645Z was revealed 5 months after the K-50 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Pentax 645Z being a Large SLR camera and the Pentax K-50 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the 645Z scores versus the K-50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax 645Z and Pentax K-50. The full galleries are available at Pentax 645Z Gallery and Pentax K-50 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax 645Z offers exterior dimensions of 156mm x 117mm x 123mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.8") with a weight of 1550 grams (3.42 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-50 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax 645Z vs Pentax K-50 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the 645Z compared to the K-50.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the 645Z and K-50 is 49 and 63 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes merely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 645Z and K-50.

As you can see, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 645Z with its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Pentax 645Z will give you more detail because of its extra 35MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images more aggressively.