Pentax 645Z vs Samsung GX-1S

Here is a in-depth review of the Pentax 645Z versus Samsung GX-1S, former being a Pro DSLR while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Pentax and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the 645Z (51MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the 645Z (Medium format) and GX-1S (APS-C) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The 645Z was brought out 8 years later than the GX-1S and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax 645Z being a Large SLR camera and the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the 645Z scores versus the GX-1S with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax 645Z & Samsung GX-1S. The entire galleries are available at Pentax 645Z Gallery & Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and size. The Pentax 645Z comes with outside 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) while the Samsung GX-1S has specifications of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the 645Z against the GX-1S.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 645Z and GX-1S is 49 and 68 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The visual below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 645Z and GX-1S.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 645Z because of its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Pentax 645Z will provide you with extra detail having its extra 45MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer 645Z is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.