Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax K200D
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax K200D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-520mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 413g - 116 x 84 x 81mm
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 690g - 134 x 95 x 74mm
- Announced September 2008
- Older Model is Pentax K100D S

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax K200D Overview
Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Pentax K200D, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the K200D (10MP) is pretty well matched but the SP-565UZ (1/2.3") and K200D (APS-C) offer different sensor dimensions.

The SP-565UZ was announced 5 months later than the K200D so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SP-565UZ being a Compact camera and the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera.
Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SP-565UZ grades against the K200D in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax K200D Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-565UZ and Pentax K200D. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery and Pentax K200D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Pentax K200D
SP-565UZ | K200D |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K200D over the Olympus SP-565UZ
K200D | SP-565UZ | |||
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Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Pentax K200D
SP-565UZ | K200D | |||
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Announced | January 2009 | ![]() | September 2008 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax K200D Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-565UZ has got exterior dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) while the Pentax K200D has measurements of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") having a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Pentax K200D in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SP-565UZ compared to the K200D.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-565UZ and K200D is 72 and 61 respectively.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax K200D Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-565UZ and K200D.
As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The SP-565UZ features the tinier sensor which should make getting shallow DOF trickier.

Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax K200D Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax K200D Specifications
Olympus SP-565UZ | Pentax K200D | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus SP-565UZ | Pentax K200D |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2009-01-15 | 2008-09-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 @ 30 fps/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps/15 fps | - |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | None |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 413 gr (0.91 lb) | 690 gr (1.52 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 134 x 95 x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 30 | 64 |
DXO Color Depth score | 18.7 | 22.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.1 | 11.4 |
DXO Low light score | 68 | 561 |
Other | ||
Battery model | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $400 | $600 |