Panasonic 3D1 vs Pentax K200D

On this page, we are contrasting the Panasonic 3D1 vs Pentax K200D, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the 3D1 (12MP) and the K200D (10MP) is fairly close but the 3D1 (1/2.3") and K200D (APS-C) have different sensor size.

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The 3D1 was unveiled 3 years later than the K200D and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the 3D1 scores vs the K200D with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 & Pentax K200D. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery & Pentax K200D Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic 3D1 comes with exterior dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while 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).

Analyze the Panasonic 3D1 vs Pentax K200D in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the 3D1 compared to the K200D.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 3D1 and K200D is 93 and 61 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing a spec sheet. The visual here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 3D1 and K200D.

As you can see, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 3D1 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Panasonic 3D1 will render extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The newer 3D1 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.