Panasonic G1 vs Pentax K200D

The following is a in depth overview of the Panasonic G1 and Pentax K200D, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the G1 (12MP) and the K200D (10MP) is very similar but the G1 (Four Thirds) and K200D (APS-C) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The G1 was revealed 5 months after the K200D so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the G1 grades vs the K200D in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 & Pentax K200D. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic G1 Gallery & Pentax K200D Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G1 provides outer dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) while the Pentax K200D has dimensions of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") having a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic G1 and Pentax K200D in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the G1 compared to the K200D.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the G1 and K200D is 82 and 61 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the G1 and K200D.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G1 having a tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Panasonic G1 will deliver greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively.