Olympus VG-145 vs Pentax K200D

Here is a complete assessment of the Olympus VG-145 and Pentax K200D, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Olympus and Pentax. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the VG-145 (14MP) and K200D (10MP) and the VG-145 (1/2.3") and K200D (APS-C) provide different sensor measurements.

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The VG-145 was brought out 2 years later than the K200D and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VG-145 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the VG-145 scores against the K200D in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VG-145 & Pentax K200D. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-145 Gallery & Pentax K200D Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus VG-145 offers exterior dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Pentax K200D has measurements 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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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the VG-145 against the K200D.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the VG-145 and K200D is 96 and 61 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking specs. The visual here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the VG-145 and K200D.

All in all, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The VG-145 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Olympus VG-145 will resolve greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer VG-145 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.