Pentax 645Z Specifications

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Model Name:	Pentax 645Z
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Manufacturer URL:	Manufacturer website
Predecessor:	Pentax 645D 645D vs 645Z
Successor:
General
Model Number:	645Z
Alternate Model Number(s):
Camera Format:	Pro SLR
Currently Manufactured:	Yes
Retail Price:	$8499.95
Street Price:	$4,496.95
Date Available:	2014-06-15
Tripod Mount:	Yes
Weight:	54.9 oz (1,555 g) includes batteries
Size:	6.1 x 4.6 x 4.8 in. (156 x 117 x 123 mm)
Waterproof:	No
Waterproof Depth:	n/a

Image Sensor
Sensor Type:	CMOS
Sensor Manufacturer:	Sony
Effective Megapixels:	51.4
Sensor Format:	Medium format
Sensor size:	1436.64mm² (43.80mm x 32.80mm)
Approximate Pixel Pitch:	5.31 microns
Focal Length Multiplier:	0.8x
Aspect Ratio:	4:3
Color Filter Type:	RGBG
Anti Aliasing Filter:	None
Self-Cleaning:	Yes
Sensor shift image stabilization:	No
On-Sensor Phase Detect:	No
DxO Sensor Score:	101
DxO Color Depth Score (bits):	26.0
DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs):	14.7
DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso):	4,505
Image Capture
Image Resolution:	8256 x 6192 (51.1 MP, 4:3), 6192 x 5184 (32.1 MP, Other), 5376 x 4032 (21.7 MP, 4:3), 1920 x 1440 (2.8 MP, 4:3)
Image File Format:	JPEG, 14-bit PEF / DNG RAW, TIFF
Continuous-mode frames/second:	3.1
Video Capture
Can take movies:	Yes
Movie Resolution:	1920x1080 (60i/50i/30p/25p/24p) 1280x720 (60p/50p/30p/25p/24p)
Movie File Format:	MOV (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264) with stereo sound; Motion JPEG (AVI) for Interval Movie Record
Composite Video Out:	No
NTSC/PAL Switchable Video:	n/a
Video Usable as Viewfinder:	n/a
HD Video Out:	Yes
HD Video Connection:	HDMI

Lens & Optics
Lens Mount:	Pentax 645 bayonet
Lens:	n/a
Focal Length (35mm equivalent):
Focal Length (actual):
Zoom Ratio:
Aperture Range:
Integrated ND Filter:	No
Normal Focus Range:
Macro Focus Range:
Filter Thread:	n/a
Thread Type:	n/a
Optical Image Stabilization:	No
Digital Zoom:
Digital Zoom Values:
Auto Focus
Auto Focus:	Yes
Auto Focus Type:	27-point SAFOX 11+ Phase Difference Detection (25 cross type focus points in the center): Spot, Select, Expanded Area AF (S, M, L), Zone Select, Auto (27 AF Points)
Auto Focus Assist Light?	No
Manual Focus:	Yes
Viewfinder
Viewfinder:	Optical / LCD
Viewfinder Type:	Trapezoid prism finder w/ interchangeable Natural-Bright-Matte focusing screen; Coverage: ~98%; Magnification: ~0.62x (55mmF2.8 at infinity), ~0.85x (75mmF2.8 at infinity); Diopter: -3.5 m to + 2.0 m-1; Eye Relief: ~21 mm (from view window), ~24.1 mm (from center of lens)
Focus Peaking:	Yes
EVF Resolution:	n/a
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent):	0.78x
Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed):	0.62x
Display
Eye-level Viewfinder:	Yes
Rear Display:	Yes
Rear Display Size (inches):	3.2
Rear Display Resolution:	1,036,800 dots (345,600 px)
Touchscreen:	No
Articulating Screen:	Yes
Tilt Swivel Screen:	No
Selfie Screen:	No
Max Playback Zoom:	16.0x
Top Deck Display:	Yes

Exposure
Maximum ISO (native):	204800
Minimum ISO (native):	100
ISO Settings:	Auto, 100-204800 in 1, 1/2 or 1/3EV steps
Auto ISO Mode:	Yes
White Balance Settings:	Auto, Multi Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Fluorescent Light (D: Daylight Color, N: Daylight White, W: Cool White, L: Warm White), Tungsten, Flash, CTE; Manual mode(s): Manual (up to 3 settings can be saved), Color Temperature (up to 3 settings can be saved), Copying the white balance settings of a captured image possible
Shutter Speed Range:	1/4000 - 30 sec
Bulb Mode:	Yes
Exposure Compensation:	+/- 5.0EV in 0.3EV steps
Metering Modes:	86K-pixel RBG sensor: Multi-segment metering, Center-weighted metering, Spot metering
Program Auto Exposure:	Yes
Aperture Priority:	Yes
Shutter Priority:	Yes
Full Manual Exposure:	Yes
Creative Exposure Modes:	Sensitivity Priority, Shutter & Aperture Priority; HDR Capture: Auto, Type1, Type2, Type3, Exposure Bracket Value adjustable, Auto Align (automatic composition correction function) available; Custom Image: Bright, Natural, Portrait, Landscape, Vibrant, Radiant, Muted, Bleach Bypass, Reversal Film, Monochrome, Cross Processing (Random, Preset 1-3, Favorite 1-3)
Self Timer:	2 or 12 seconds
Time Lapse (intervalometer):	Yes
High Resolution Composite:	No
Flash
Built-in Flash:	No
Flash Modes:	P-TTL; high-speed sync, wireless sync supported with compatible flash unit
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100):	n/a
Flash Range Description:	n/a
Max Flash Sync:	1/125
Flash Exposure Compensation:	-2 to +1 EV
External Flash Connection:	Hot shoe, X-sync socket
Built-In Wireless Flash Control:
Image Storage
Usable Memory Types:	SD / SDHC / SDXC
UHS Support:	UHS-I
Other Memory:
Dual Card Slots:	Yes
RAW Capture Support:	Yes
Uncompressed Format:	14-bit PEF / DNG RAW, TIFF
Movie File Format:	MOV (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264) with stereo sound; Motion JPEG (AVI) for Interval Movie Record
Included Memory:	No memory included
Included Memory Type:
Connectivity
Built-In Wi-Fi:	No
NFC:	No
Bluetooth:	No
Built-In GPS:	No
Microphone Jack:	Yes
Headphone Jack:	No
External Connections:	USB 3.0 Super Speed
PictBridge Compliant:	No
DPOF Compliant:	No
Remote Control:	Yes
Remote Control Type:	Optional wired or wireless
Connections (extended):	Micro (Type-D) HDMI, DC input, Stereo microphone jack, wired remote socket

Performance Timing
Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution):	0.35
Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame):	0.33
Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames):	10
Cycle time for RAW+JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per shot):	0.33
Camera penalizes early shutter press?	Yes
JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution):	3.1
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution):	12
RAW shooting speed in burst mode (fps):	3.1
Buffer size for RAW shooting in burst mode (frames):	10
RAW+JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps):	3.1
Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames):	10
Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid):	0.16 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, tele):
Shutter lag (full AF, live view - DSLR):	1.17 seconds
Shutter lag (prefocused, live view - DSLR):	0.385 seconds
Shutter Lag (manual focus):	0.117 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, with flash):
Shutter Lag (prefocused):	0.112 seconds
Shutter Lag (notes):	OVF: Full AF lag, wide-area mode = 0.170s Live View: Full AF lag, Spot AF mode = 1.174s Prefocused = 0.385s
Startup Time:	1.5 seconds
Play -> Record Time:	0.7 seconds
Flash cycle time, full power:
Power
Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View):
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF):	650 shots
Battery Life, Video:
Battery Form Factor:	Proprietary D-LI90
Usable Battery Types:	Lithium-ion rechargeable
Batteries Included:	1 x Proprietary D-LI90 Lithium-ion rechargeable
Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter):	Yes
Dedicated Battery Charger Included:	Yes
Internal Charging Supported:	No
Software
Included Software:
OS Compatibility:
Miscellaneous
Notes & Features:	New 51.4MP AA-filterless CMOS sensor, PRIME III processor, 27-point SAFOX 11 AF, 86K RGB metering, Full HD video up to 60i, tilting LCD monitor with Live View, 3fps full-res continuous burst mode.