Pentax 645Z vs Sony H50
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Pentax 645Z vs Sony H50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 51MP - Medium format Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 204800
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax 645AF2 Mount
- 1550g - 156 x 117 x 123mm
- Introduced April 2014
- Replaced the Pentax 645D
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-465mm (F2.7-4.5) lens
- 547g - 116 x 81 x 86mm
- Launched January 2009
Pentax 645Z vs Sony H50 Overview
Below, we will be looking at the Pentax 645Z vs Sony H50, former being a Pro DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the 645Z (51MP) and H50 (9MP) and the 645Z (Medium format) and H50 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe 645Z was released 5 years later than the H50 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax 645Z being a Large SLR camera and the Sony H50 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summary of how the 645Z matches up vs the H50 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax 645Z vs Sony H50 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax 645Z & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax 645Z Gallery & Sony H50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax 645Z over the Sony H50
645Z | H50 | |||
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Launched | April 2014 | January 2009 | Fresher by 64 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimension | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 230k | Crisper screen (+807k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony H50 over the Pentax 645Z
H50 | 645Z |
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Common features in the Pentax 645Z and Sony H50
645Z | H50 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Pentax 645Z vs Sony H50 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax 645Z enjoys external dimensions of 156mm x 117mm x 123mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.8") having a weight of 1550 grams (3.42 lbs) while the Sony H50 has proportions of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") and a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).
Analyze the Pentax 645Z vs Sony H50 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the 645Z compared to the H50.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the 645Z and H50 is 49 and 69 respectively.
Pentax 645Z vs Sony H50 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 645Z and H50.
Plainly, both of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 645Z featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Pentax 645Z will offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 42MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The younger 645Z will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Pentax 645Z vs Sony H50 Specifications
Pentax 645Z | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Sony |
Model | Pentax 645Z | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 |
Class | Pro DSLR | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2014-04-15 | 2009-01-15 |
Body design | Large SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | PRIME III | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Medium format | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 44 x 33mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 1,452.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 51 megapixel | 9 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 8256 x 6192 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 204800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 27 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax 645AF2 | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 31-465mm (15.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.7-4.5 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Number of lenses | 6 | - |
Crop factor | 0.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,037k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 98 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.85x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 9.10 m |
Flash modes | 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, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/125s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p,24p) | 640 x 480, 30 fps, 320 x 240, 8 fps |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1550g (3.42 lbs) | 547g (1.21 lbs) |
Dimensions | 156 x 117 x 123mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.8") | 116 x 81 x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 101 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 26.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 4505 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 650 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI90 | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Dual | Single |
Pricing at launch | $5,024 | $80 |