Nikon D200 vs Pentax Q

In this article, we are evaluating the Nikon D200 versus Pentax Q, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the D200 (10MP) and the Q (12MP) is very close but the D200 (APS-C) and Q (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The D200 was launched 6 years before the Q and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon D200 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the D200 grades against the Q with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D200 & Pentax Q. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon D200 Gallery & Pentax Q Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon D200 offers outer dimensions of 147mm x 113mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") having a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) while the Pentax Q has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the D200 against the Q.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the D200 and Q is 55 and 93 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching specs. The photograph below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the D200 and Q.

All in all, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The D200 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Pentax Q will render more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older D200 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.