Panasonic FP1 vs Pentax K200D

Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic FP1 versus Pentax K200D, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the K200D (10MP) is very similar but the FP1 (1/2.3") and K200D (APS-C) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The FP1 was brought out 17 months after the K200D making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the FP1 scores vs the K200D for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 and Pentax K200D. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FP1 Gallery and Pentax K200D Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP1 comes with outside dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Pentax K200D has measurements of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") having a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the FP1 vs the K200D.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FP1 and K200D is 95 and 61 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by going over a spec sheet. The pic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP1 and K200D.

As you can see, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FP1 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Panasonic FP1 will deliver extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger FP1 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.