The new Pentax 645z medium format camera is rumored to be announced on April 14th. Ricoh China has started a countdown teaser last week for the announcement of a new Z camera.
This could be the replacement of the Pentax 645 medium format camera that was announced in February CP+ 2014. In addition to full HD (1920×1080 @ 60i and 30p in H.264), the upcoming Pentax 645z medium format camera will also have 4k video recording capabilities (3840 x 2160).
See below for the previously posted specs and price information for the new Pentax 645z medium format camera.
Pentax 645z Medium Format Camera To Be Announced on April 14th
Pentax 645z Medium Format Camera Rumored Specs
- 40 – 50 MP sensor
- SAFOX XI AF module
- Frame rate: 3 fps
- Highest ISO: 102,400 or 204,800
- Shutter life: 100,000
- Live view (movie function possible)
- USB 3.0 support for tethered shooting
- Price around 10,000 USD
- Release date in mid April 2014
via PR
