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Panasonic S1R vs Pentax K200D

Portability
54
Imaging
79
Features
84
Overall
81
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R front
 
Pentax K200D front
Portability
61
Imaging
50
Features
41
Overall
46

Panasonic S1R vs Pentax K200D Key Specs

Panasonic S1R
(Full Review)
  • 47MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Expand to 51200)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 1020g - 149 x 110 x 97mm
  • Launched February 2019
Pentax K200D
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Video
  • Pentax KAF2 Mount
  • 690g - 134 x 95 x 74mm
  • Launched September 2008
  • Old Model is Pentax K100D S
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Panasonic S1R vs Pentax K200D Overview

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic S1R vs Pentax K200D, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and K200D (10MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and K200D (APS-C) have totally different sensor measurements.

Photography Glossary

The S1R was launched 10 years after the K200D which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S1R matches up versus the K200D when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic S1R over the Pentax K200D

 S1R K200D 
LaunchedFebruary 2019September 2008More modern by 127 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display size3.2"2.7"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution2100k230kClearer display (+1870k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Pentax K200D over the Panasonic S1R

 K200D S1R 

Common features in the Panasonic S1R and Pentax K200D

 S1R K200D 
Manually focus More precise focusing
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

Panasonic S1R vs Pentax K200D Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic S1R enjoys physical dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) while 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 Panasonic S1R vs Pentax K200D in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the S1R against the K200D.

Panasonic S1R vs Pentax K200D size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S1R and K200D is 54 and 61 respectively.

Panasonic S1R vs Pentax K200D top view buttons comparison

Panasonic S1R vs Pentax K200D Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by going through specs. The image here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1R and K200D.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S1R featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic S1R will provide more detail utilizing its extra 37 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer S1R is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Panasonic S1R vs Pentax K200D sensor size comparison

Panasonic S1R vs Pentax K200D Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic S1R vs Pentax K200D Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic S1R as a Portrait photography camera
Pentax K200D as a Portrait photography camera
87
you can focus manually
above average flash sync speed (1/320s)
MP count amazing (47MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
supports face detect focusing
exports RAW formats
54
has manual focus
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
no liveview feature
low MP (10 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Panasonic S1R Street photography information
Pentax K200D Street photography information
71
tilting screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
exports RAW formats
provides focus by touch
environment proof
above average ISO range (25,600)
heavier than competitors (1,020 grams)
60
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
environment sealing
fixed screen
heavier than competition in class (690 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic S1R Sports photography features
Pentax K200D Sports photography features
78
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
quiet shooting (1/16,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count amazing (47 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
supports tracking focus
environment proof
not so great battery power (360 CIPA)
lack of phase detect AF
53
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
environment sealing
comes with phase detect AF
no liveview feature
max fps low (3.0 frames per second)
low MP (10 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic S1R Travel photography info
Pentax K200D Travel photography info
60
environment proof
connects via bluetooth
provides focus by touch
MP count amazing (47 megapixels)
not so great battery power (360 shots)
heavier than competitors (1,020g)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
47
environment sealing
has built in flash
lack of Time Lapse function
heavier than competition in class (690 grams)
low MP (10 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic S1R Landscape photography features
Pentax K200D Landscape photography features
82
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Leica L mount)
good sized screen (3.2")
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count amazing (47 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
no anti-alias filter
above average ISO range (25,600)
exports RAW formats
environment proof
two card slots
not so great battery power (360 CIPA)
56
has manual focus
switch lenses (Pentax KAF2 mount)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
environment sealing
small screen (2.7 inches)
no liveview feature
low MP (10MP)
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic S1R as a Vlogging camera
Pentax K200D as a Vlogging camera
32
screen is touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
supports face detect focusing
high res video (3840 x 2160 resolution)
does have mic socket
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
heavier than competitors (1,020g)
9
can't record video
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Panasonic S1R vs Pentax K200D Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic S1R and Pentax K200D
 Panasonic Lumix DC-S1RPentax K200D
General Information
Company Panasonic Pentax
Model type Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R Pentax K200D
Category Pro Mirrorless Entry-Level DSLR
Launched 2019-02-01 2008-09-01
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Powered by Venus Engine -
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size Full frame APS-C
Sensor dimensions 36 x 24mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 864.0mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 47MP 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Full resolution 8000 x 6000 3872 x 2592
Max native ISO 25600 1600
Max boosted ISO 51200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Minimum boosted ISO 50 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 225 11
Lens
Lens support Leica L Pentax KAF2
Number of lenses 30 151
Focal length multiplier 1 1.5
Screen
Display type Tilting Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3.2" 2.7"
Display resolution 2,100k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder resolution 5,760k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 96 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.78x 0.57x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 60 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Maximum quiet shutter speed 1/16000 seconds -
Continuous shooting rate 9.0 frames/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 13.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash options Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize 1/320 seconds 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM -
Max video resolution 3840x2160 None
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes (can be charged with high-power laptop/tablet chargers or portable power banks) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 1020g (2.25 lb) 690g (1.52 lb)
Physical dimensions 149 x 110 x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") 134 x 95 x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating 100 64
DXO Color Depth rating 26.4 22.4
DXO Dynamic range rating 14.1 11.4
DXO Low light rating 3525 561
Other
Battery life 360 pictures -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery ID - 4 x AA
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage - SD/MMC/SDHC card
Card slots Dual One
Cost at launch $3,698 $600