Panasonic FZ200 vs Pentax K-S2

Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic FZ200 vs Pentax K-S2, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the FZ200 (12MP) and K-S2 (20MP) and the FZ200 (1/2.3") and K-S2 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FZ200 was brought out 3 years earlier than the K-S2 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K-S2 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the FZ200 scores vs the K-S2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 & Pentax K-S2. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FZ200 Gallery & Pentax K-S2 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ200 comes with exterior measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") and a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) and the Pentax K-S2 has specifications of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") having a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ200 vs Pentax K-S2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the FZ200 versus the K-S2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ200 and K-S2 is 65 and 64 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by checking technical specs. The pic here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ200 and K-S2.

As you can tell, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FZ200 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Pentax K-S2 will give you more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FZ200 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.