Pentax 645Z vs Pentax MX-1

Below, we are evaluating the Pentax 645Z vs Pentax MX-1, one being a Pro DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both created by Pentax. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the 645Z (51MP) and MX-1 (12MP) and the 645Z (Medium format) and MX-1 (1/1.7") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The 645Z was introduced 10 months later than the MX-1 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax 645Z being a Large SLR camera and the Pentax MX-1 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the 645Z matches up against the MX-1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax 645Z and Pentax MX-1. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax 645Z Gallery and Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Pentax 645Z enjoys physical dimensions of 156mm x 117mm x 123mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.8") and a weight of 1550 grams (3.42 lbs) whilst the Pentax MX-1 has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax 645Z vs Pentax MX-1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the 645Z vs the MX-1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 645Z and MX-1 is 49 and 84 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 645Z and MX-1.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 645Z using its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Pentax 645Z will provide you with greater detail using its extra 39MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more recent 645Z provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.