Olympus 6010 vs Pentax K200D

In this write-up, we are matching up the Olympus 6010 versus Pentax K200D, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the 6010 (12MP) and the K200D (10MP) is very similar but the 6010 (1/2.3") and K200D (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.

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The 6010 was unveiled 11 months later than the K200D which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 6010 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the 6010 matches up vs the K200D with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 and Pentax K200D. The full galleries are provided at Olympus 6010 Gallery and Pentax K200D Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus 6010 provides outer measurements of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Pentax K200D has sizing of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") and a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs).

Look at the Olympus 6010 versus Pentax K200D in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the 6010 compared to the K200D.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 6010 and K200D is 94 and 61 respectively.

Often, its difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The visual below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 6010 and K200D.

Plainly, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 6010 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more challenging and the Olympus 6010 will offer you more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern 6010 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.