Nikon D200 vs Pentax X-5

Here is a comprehensive review of the Nikon D200 vs Pentax X-5, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the D200 (10MP) and X-5 (16MP) and the D200 (APS-C) and X-5 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

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The D200 was brought out 7 years prior to the X-5 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D200 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the D200 matches up against the X-5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D200 and Pentax X-5. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon D200 Gallery and Pentax X-5 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon D200 offers exterior dimensions of 147mm x 113mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") along with a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) while the Pentax X-5 has proportions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the D200 against the X-5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D200 and X-5 is 55 and 65 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The visual below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the D200 and X-5.

All in all, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The D200 due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Pentax X-5 will deliver more detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older D200 is going to be behind in sensor technology.