Panasonic FX48 vs Pentax K200D

Let's look much closer at the Panasonic FX48 versus Pentax K200D, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FX48 (12MP) and the K200D (10MP) is pretty similar but the FX48 (1/2.3") and K200D (APS-C) provide different sensor measurements.

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The FX48 was revealed 5 months later than the K200D and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FX48 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the FX48 matches up vs the K200D with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 & Pentax K200D. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX48 Gallery & Pentax K200D Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FX48 comes with physical dimensions of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Pentax K200D has specifications of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") along with a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FX48 versus Pentax K200D in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the FX48 versus the K200D.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX48 and K200D is 95 and 61 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX48 and K200D.

Plainly, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The FX48 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic FX48 will deliver more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively.