SeekerPentax 645Z
The Pentax 645Z offers the incredible resolution and large sensor of a medium format system at a price that's a third that of the competition. It's an easy pick for our medium format Editors' Choice camera.
-- As reviewed by PCMag
Product details
- 51.4 effective mega-pixel CMOS sensor
- Class leading speed and response with 3FPS frame rate
- Versatile live view with a tiltable LCD panel
- Real Time Scene Analysis with 86,000 pixel sensor
PROS
+ Captures images at 51-megapixel resolution.
+ Excellent high ISO performance.
+ Speedy response.
+ 2.9fps continuous shooting.
+ 27-point autofocus system.
+ Articulating rear display.
+ Weather-sealed design.
+ Solid control layout.
+ Dual tripod mounts.
+ Optional Wi-Fi via FluCard memory card.
+ 1080p video and 4K time-lapse.
+ Competitive price point.
CONS
- System lacks modern leaf-shutter lenses.
- Autofocus can struggle with fast moving subjects.
- Focus points grouped tightly in center of frame.
- Integrated design lacks versatility of a modular back.
- So-so video quality.
- Tethered shooting software not included.
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Expert reviews and ratings
By PCMag on January 21, 2015
The Pentax 645Z offers the incredible resolution and large sensor of a medium format system at a price that's a third that of the competition. It's an easy pick for our medium format Editors' Choice camera.
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By TrustedReviews on October 08, 2014
Prices for models from the likes of Hasselblad and Phase One can easily reach five figures and upwards, and when you consider the further investments in supporting kit needed are placed well out of the reach of most.
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