Pentax 645Z vs Sony WX1

Lets examine more closely at the Pentax 645Z versus Sony WX1, one is a Pro DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Pentax and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the 645Z (51MP) and WX1 (10MP) and the 645Z (Medium format) and WX1 (1/2.4") come with different sensor dimensions.

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The 645Z was unveiled 4 years after the WX1 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax 645Z being a Large SLR camera and the Sony WX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the 645Z grades vs the WX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax 645Z and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The full galleries are available at Pentax 645Z Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Pentax 645Z provides outer measurements 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 Sony WX1 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax 645Z versus Sony WX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the 645Z vs the WX1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 645Z and WX1 is 49 and 96 respectively.

Normally, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking a spec sheet. The picture below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 645Z and WX1.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 645Z with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Pentax 645Z will give greater detail having an extra 41MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The fresher 645Z provides an edge in sensor innovation.