51.4MP Medium-Format Imaging
The 51.4MP CMOS sensor supports detailed image capture for studio, landscape, and portrait photography.
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645Z
A 51MP medium-format DSLR known for image quality and rugged construction. It remains respected among studio, landscape, and portrait photographers.
General Information
BrandPentax
Name645Z
Product Highlights
Rugged, Weather-Sealed Body
Weather sealing and rugged construction equip the 645Z for demanding shooting environments.
Flexible Shooting and Storage
A tiltable 3.2-inch LCD, ISO 100–204800 range, optical viewfinder, and dual SD-family card slots provide versatile operation.
The Pentax 645Z is a rugged, weather-sealed medium-format DSLR with a 51.4MP CMOS sensor, interchangeable-lens support, Full HD video, and dual-card storage.
Media Reviews
PCMag4.5/5
Pentax 645Z Review
The Pentax 645Z is a serious medium-format camera that delivers competitive image quality at a fraction of the cost of its rivals, earning it an Editors' Choice award, though it lacks modern leaf-shutter lenses for studio work.
Imaging Resource5/5
Pentax 645Z Review
The 645Z is a versatile, high-resolution camera that significantly improves upon its predecessor, offering superior value and performance that makes it a top choice for photographers needing large-format detail.
DPReview
Medium well done: Two takes on the Pentax 645Z
The camera is praised for its outstanding image quality, dynamic range, and field usability, effectively bridging the gap between high-end 35mm DSLRs and much more expensive medium-format systems.
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Photography Life4.7/5
Pentax 645Z Review
The review highlights the 645Z as a compelling medium-format option, assessing its capabilities within the landscape of digital medium format technology.
Video Analysis
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Pentax 645Z Preview: 51 Megapixel Medium Format Camera, sort of affordable!
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Pentax 645Z Hands-On Field Test With Deluxe Design Group
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Pentax 645z - detailed review
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Pentax 645Z: The Five Year Review
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First Impression Review: Pentax 645Z
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My Thoughts on the Pentax 645D and 645Z
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Attributes
| Attribute | Specification | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Autofocus Points | 27 | |
| Battery Life | 650 shots | shots |
| Body Type | Medium format digital SLR (large SLR) | |
| Burst Shooting Speed | 3 fps | fps |
| Connectivity Options | USB 3.0 (micro B), MSC/PTP USB connection, HDMI output (Type D), External power supply terminal, Cable switch terminal, X-sync socket, Stereo microphone input terminal | |
| Display Type And Size | Tiltable 3.2 inch TFT color LCD monitor (air-gapless structure) | inches |
| Image Stabilization | Lens-shift type (requires SR system lens) | |
| Iso Range | ISO AUTO/100 to 204800 | |
| Lens Type | Interchangeable lenses (PENTAX 645AF2 mount; compatible with 645AF/645A mount lenses; KAF/KA mount lenses supported) | |
| Max Frame Rate | 60 fps | fps |
| Sensor Resolution | 51.4 MP | MP |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | |
| Storage Support | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Eye-Fi card, FLUCARD (UHS-I compatible), Dual card slot | |
| Video Resolution | Full HD (1920x1080) | |
| Viewfinder Type | Keplerian telescopic trapezoid prism finder (optical viewfinder) | |
| Weather Sealing | Yes | |
| Weight | 1550 g | g |
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