Nikon D200 vs Pentax K-S1

Here is a in depth overview of the Nikon D200 versus Pentax K-S1, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the D200 (10MP) and K-S1 (20MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The D200 was manufactured 9 years before the K-S1 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the D200 scores against the K-S1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D200 and Pentax K-S1. The entire galleries are available at Nikon D200 Gallery and Pentax K-S1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon D200 provides exterior dimensions of 147mm x 113mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) while the Pentax K-S1 has specifications of 121mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 558 grams (1.23 lbs).

Look at the Nikon D200 versus Pentax K-S1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the D200 against the K-S1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the D200 and K-S1 is 55 and 69 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D200 and K-S1.

As you can see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Pentax K-S1 to show more detail due to its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The older D200 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.