Nikon D80 vs Pentax K200D

Following is a detailed comparison of the Nikon D80 and Pentax K200D, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the D80 (10MP) and the K200D (10MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The D80 was brought out 23 months prior to the K200D making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon D80 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the D80 grades vs the K200D for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D80 & Pentax K200D. The entire galleries are available at Nikon D80 Gallery & Pentax K200D Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon D80 enjoys physical dimensions of 132mm x 103mm x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") having a weight of 668 grams (1.47 lbs) and the Pentax K200D has sizing of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") with a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the D80 and the K200D.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the D80 and K200D is 62 and 61 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the D80 and K200D.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of images however you will want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged D80 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.