Olympus E-M1 vs Pentax K200D

Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus E-M1 vs Pentax K200D, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Olympus and Pentax. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the E-M1 (16MP) and K200D (10MP) and the E-M1 (Four Thirds) and K200D (APS-C) offer different sensor sizing.

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The E-M1 was unveiled 5 years later than the K200D and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the E-M1 grades vs the K200D in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M1 and Pentax K200D. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-M1 Gallery and Pentax K200D Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M1 comes with outer dimensions of 130mm x 94mm x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") having a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Pentax K200D has proportions of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") having a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs).

Check the Olympus E-M1 vs Pentax K200D in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the E-M1 and the K200D.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-M1 and K200D is 71 and 61 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading a spec sheet. The photograph below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M1 and K200D.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-M1 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Olympus E-M1 will offer you greater detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern E-M1 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.