Canon 700D vs Pentax K200D

Below is a extended analysis of the Canon 700D and Pentax K200D, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the 700D (18MP) and K200D (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The 700D was released 4 years later than the K200D and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the 700D scores vs the K200D in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 700D and Pentax K200D. The complete galleries are provided at Canon 700D Gallery and Pentax K200D Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon 700D provides external measurements of 133mm x 100mm x 79mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.1") along with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) whilst the Pentax K200D has proportions of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") along with a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 700D and Pentax K200D in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the 700D against the K200D.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 700D and K200D is 65 and 61 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by going through technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 700D and K200D.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon 700D to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The younger 700D will have an advantage in sensor technology.