Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax K200D
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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax K200D Key Specs
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 167g - 98 x 66 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013
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- 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
- Launched September 2008
- Succeeded the Pentax K100D S
Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax K200D Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax K200D, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and the K200D (10MP) is pretty well matched but the TG-630 iHS (1/2.3") and K200D (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe TG-630 iHS was brought out 4 years later than the K200D and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-630 iHS being a Compact camera and the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the TG-630 iHS scores against the K200D in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax K200D Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-630 iHS & Pentax K200D. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery & Pentax K200D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the Pentax K200D
TG-630 iHS | K200D | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | September 2008 | Fresher by 53 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K200D over the Olympus TG-630 iHS
K200D | TG-630 iHS | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focusing |
Common features in the Olympus TG-630 iHS and Pentax K200D
TG-630 iHS | K200D | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax K200D Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-630 iHS has exterior dimensions of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Pentax K200D has dimensions of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") having a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs).
Check out the Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax K200D in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the TG-630 iHS and the K200D.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-630 iHS and K200D is 94 and 61 respectively.
Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax K200D Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-630 iHS and K200D.
Clearly, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TG-630 iHS due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Olympus TG-630 iHS will give extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger TG-630 iHS will have an edge in sensor technology.
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Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax K200D Specifications
Olympus TG-630 iHS | Pentax K200D | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus TG-630 iHS | Pentax K200D |
Category | Waterproof | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2013-01-08 | 2008-09-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 3872 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) | 690 grams (1.52 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 134 x 95 x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 64 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 561 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-50B | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $200 | $600 |