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Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K200D

Portability
68
Imaging
35
Features
45
Overall
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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 front
 
Pentax K200D front
Portability
61
Imaging
50
Features
41
Overall
46

Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K200D Key Specs

Panasonic FZ47
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
  • 498g - 120 x 80 x 92mm
  • Released July 2011
  • Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FZ48
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
  • Announced September 2008
  • Previous Model is Pentax K100D S
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Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K200D Overview

Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K200D, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FZ47 (12MP) and the K200D (10MP) is very well matched but the FZ47 (1/2.3") and K200D (APS-C) provide different sensor sizing.

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The FZ47 was manufactured 2 years after the K200D which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the FZ47 scores vs the K200D in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ47 over the Pentax K200D

 FZ47 K200D 
AnnouncedJuly 2011September 2008Newer by 36 months
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kSharper display (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Pentax K200D over the Panasonic FZ47

 K200D FZ47 

Common features in the Panasonic FZ47 and Pentax K200D

 FZ47 K200D 
Manually focus Dial precise focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch display Absent Touch display

Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K200D Physical Comparison

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ47 offers physical measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Pentax K200D has specifications of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs).

See the Panasonic FZ47 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 dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the FZ47 and the K200D.

Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K200D size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ47 and K200D is 68 and 61 respectively.

Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K200D top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K200D Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking specifications. The image below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ47 and K200D.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FZ47 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh harder and the Panasonic FZ47 will resolve extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent FZ47 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K200D sensor size comparison

Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K200D Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K200D Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic FZ47 as a Portrait photography camera
Pentax K200D as a Portrait photography camera
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has manual focus
flash sync is higher than normal (1/2,000s)
includes face detect autofocus
no external flash support
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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manual focus
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
no liveview
low MP (10 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FZ47 as a Street photography camera
Pentax K200D as a Street photography camera
43
has image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
heavier than competition (498 grams)
60
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
weather proof
no moving screen
heavier than others in class (690g)
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic FZ47 Sports photography info
Pentax K200D Sports photography info
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amazing zoom range (25-600mm 24.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes tracking focus
great battery power (400 CIPA)
max fps very slow (4.0 frames/s)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
53
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
weather proof
has phase detect AF
no liveview
very slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
low MP (10MP)
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic FZ47 Travel photography advice
Pentax K200D Travel photography advice
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great battery power (400 shots)
built-in flash
fairly wide (25mm)
very long zoom (600mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition (498g)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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weather proof
built-in flash
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than others in class (690 grams)
low MP (10 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic FZ47 Landscape photography information
Pentax K200D Landscape photography information
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has manual focus
fairly wide (25mm)
nice screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
great battery power (400 CIPA)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
56
manual focus
swap lenses (Pentax KAF2 mount)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
weather proof
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no liveview
low MP (10MP)
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FZ47 Vlogging factors
Pentax K200D Vlogging factors
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fairly wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect autofocus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
missing mic support
heavier than competition (498g)
9
lack of video recording
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Panasonic FZ47 vs Pentax K200D Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FZ47 and Pentax K200D
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47Pentax K200D
General Information
Brand Name Panasonic Pentax
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 Pentax K200D
Also Known as Lumix DMC-FZ48 -
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Entry-Level DSLR
Released 2011-07-21 2008-09-01
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Venus Engine FHD -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 3872 x 2592
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Highest boosted ISO 6400 -
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 23 11
Lens
Lens support fixed lens Pentax KAF2
Lens zoom range 25-600mm (24.0x) -
Largest aperture f/2.8-5.2 -
Macro focusing range 1cm -
Total lenses - 151
Crop factor 5.9 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 460 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder coverage 100% 96%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.57x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 60 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 4.0 frames per second 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 9.50 m 13.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize 1/2000 seconds 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) -
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 None
Video file format AVCHD -
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 498 grams (1.10 pounds) 690 grams (1.52 pounds)
Physical dimensions 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") 134 x 95 x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 64
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 22.4
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 11.4
DXO Low light rating not tested 561
Other
Battery life 400 shots -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID - 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card
Card slots One One
Launch pricing $379 $600