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Canon T8i vs Pentax K200D

Portability
67
Imaging
69
Features
88
Overall
76
Canon EOS Rebel T8i front
 
Pentax K200D front
Portability
61
Imaging
50
Features
41
Overall
46

Canon T8i vs Pentax K200D Key Specs

Canon T8i
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Boost to 51200)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Canon EF/EF-S Mount
  • 515g - 131 x 103 x 76mm
  • Revealed February 2020
  • Alternative Name is EOS 850D / EOS Kiss X10i Specs
  • Replaced the Canon T7i
Pentax K200D
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Video
  • Pentax KAF2 Mount
  • 690g - 134 x 95 x 74mm
  • Introduced September 2008
  • Previous Model is Pentax K100D S
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Canon T8i vs Pentax K200D Overview

In this article, we are evaluating the Canon T8i vs Pentax K200D, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by brands Canon and Pentax. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the T8i (24MP) and K200D (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The T8i was revealed 11 years after the K200D which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the T8i grades versus the K200D with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon T8i over the Pentax K200D

 T8i K200D 
IntroducedFebruary 2020September 2008Newer by 140 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution1040k230kCrisper display (+810k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Pentax K200D over the Canon T8i

 K200D T8i 

Common features in the Canon T8i and Pentax K200D

 T8i K200D 
Focus manually Very exact focus

Canon T8i vs Pentax K200D Physical Comparison

If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Canon T8i comes with exterior dimensions of 131mm x 103mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") along with a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs) whilst the Pentax K200D has specifications of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the T8i compared to the K200D.

Canon T8i vs Pentax K200D size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the T8i and K200D is 67 and 61 respectively.

Canon T8i vs Pentax K200D top view buttons comparison

Canon T8i vs Pentax K200D Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through specifications. The pic underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the T8i and K200D.

Plainly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon T8i to produce greater detail because of its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent T8i is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Canon T8i vs Pentax K200D sensor size comparison

Canon T8i vs Pentax K200D Screen and ViewFinder

Canon T8i vs Pentax K200D Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon T8i Portrait photography details
Pentax K200D Portrait photography details
81
manual focus
good MP (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
features face detect focus
exports RAW formats
54
manual focus
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
no liveview
low megapixels (10MP)
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Street Comparison

Canon T8i as a Street photography camera
Pentax K200D as a Street photography camera
73
screen can move to multiple angles
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
includes focus by touch
great ISO range (25,600)
no image stabilization
60
image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
weather sealing
screen is fixed
more heavy than others in class (690g)
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Sports Comparison

Canon T8i Sports photography information
Pentax K200D Sports photography information
76
good MP (24MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
features tracking focus
better than average battery power (800 shots)
has phase detect auto focus
no image stabilization
53
image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
weather sealing
supports phase detect autofocus
no liveview
painfully slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames/s)
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon T8i
Travel photography with Pentax K200D
80
better than average battery power (800 shots)
connects via bluetooth
includes focus by touch
good MP (24MP)
has built in flash
selfie friendly display
47
weather sealing
built-in flash
doesn't have Timelapse mode
more heavy than others in class (690 grams)
low megapixels (10MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Canon T8i Landscape photography factors
Pentax K200D Landscape photography factors
78
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Canon EF/EF-S mount)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
good MP (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
great ISO range (25,600)
exports RAW formats
better than average battery power (800 shots)
no image stabilization
56
manual focus
change lenses (Pentax KAF2 mount)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
weather sealing
small screen (2.7")
no liveview
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon T8i as a Vlogging camera
Pentax K200D as a Vlogging camera
73
selfie friendly display
screen is touchscreen
features face detect focus
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
has microphone support
no image stabilization
9
can't shoot video
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Canon T8i vs Pentax K200D Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon T8i and Pentax K200D
 Canon EOS Rebel T8iPentax K200D
General Information
Brand Canon Pentax
Model type Canon EOS Rebel T8i Pentax K200D
Also called EOS 850D / EOS Kiss X10i Specs -
Type Entry-Level DSLR Entry-Level DSLR
Revealed 2020-02-12 2008-09-01
Physical type Compact SLR Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Processor DIGIC 8 -
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 22.3 x 14.9mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 332.3mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Maximum resolution 6000 x 4000 3872 x 2592
Maximum native ISO 25600 1600
Maximum boosted ISO 51200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 45 11
Lens
Lens support Canon EF/EF-S Pentax KAF2
Available lenses 326 151
Crop factor 1.6 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 1,040k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentamirror) Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder coverage 95 percent 96 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.51x 0.57x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30s 30s
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting rate 7.5 frames/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) 13.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash options - Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize - 1/180s
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 60 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 30 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 30 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 30 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC -
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 None
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 515 gr (1.14 lbs) 690 gr (1.52 lbs)
Dimensions 131 x 103 x 76mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") 134 x 95 x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 64
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 22.4
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 11.4
DXO Low light rating not tested 561
Other
Battery life 800 photos -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID - 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) SD/MMC/SDHC card
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $750 $600