Olympus 6020 vs Pentax K200D

Let's examine more in depth at the Olympus 6020 and Pentax K200D, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Olympus and Pentax. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the 6020 (13MP) and K200D (10MP) and the 6020 (1/2.3") and K200D (APS-C) feature different sensor dimensions.

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The 6020 was revealed 18 months after the K200D which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 6020 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the 6020 matches up versus the K200D in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 & Pentax K200D. The full galleries are provided at Olympus 6020 Gallery & Pentax K200D Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus 6020 enjoys outer dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Pentax K200D has sizing of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") along with a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the 6020 and the K200D.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the 6020 and K200D is 95 and 61 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions just by viewing technical specs. The image underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6020 and K200D.

As you have seen, the two cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 6020 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Olympus 6020 will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more recent 6020 provides an edge in sensor tech.