Canon 4000D vs Pentax K200D

The following is a thorough comparison of the Canon 4000D and Pentax K200D, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the 4000D (18MP) and K200D (10MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The 4000D was released 9 years after the K200D which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the 4000D grades against the K200D in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 4000D and Pentax K200D. The complete galleries are available at Canon 4000D Gallery and Pentax K200D Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and volume. The Canon 4000D comes with external dimensions of 129mm x 102mm x 77mm (5.1" x 4.0" x 3.0") along with a weight of 436 grams (0.96 lbs) and the Pentax K200D has sizing of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") with a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs).

Check the Canon 4000D and Pentax K200D in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the 4000D vs the K200D.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 4000D and K200D is 69 and 61 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking specs. The image here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 4000D and K200D.

All in all, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Canon 4000D to give you more detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer 4000D is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.