Olympus E-3 vs Pentax K200D

Below, we are analyzing the Olympus E-3 and Pentax K200D, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the E-3 (10MP) and the K200D (10MP) is very well matched but the E-3 (Four Thirds) and K200D (APS-C) come with totally different sensor size.

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The E-3 was launched 6 months before the K200D and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-3 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the E-3 grades vs the K200D with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus E-3 and Pentax K200D. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-3 Gallery and Pentax K200D Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus E-3 enjoys physical dimensions of 142mm x 116mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") along with a weight of 890 grams (1.96 lbs) whilst the Pentax K200D has sizing of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-3 and Pentax K200D in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the E-3 against the K200D.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the E-3 and K200D is 56 and 61 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements just by checking a spec sheet. The graphic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-3 and K200D.

As you can see, each of these cameras have got the exact same MP but not the same sensor measurements. The E-3 features the tinier sensor which should make obtaining shallow depth of field tougher.