Panasonic G2 vs Pentax K200D
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Panasonic G2 vs Pentax K200D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 428g - 124 x 84 x 74mm
- Introduced July 2010
- Older Model is Panasonic G1
- Refreshed by Panasonic G3
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 690g - 134 x 95 x 74mm
- Launched September 2008
- Old Model is Pentax K100D S
Panasonic G2 vs Pentax K200D Overview
In this article, we will be looking at the Panasonic G2 vs Pentax K200D, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the G2 (12MP) and the K200D (10MP) is relatively comparable but the G2 (Four Thirds) and K200D (APS-C) feature totally different sensor size.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe G2 was manufactured 23 months after the K200D which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera.
Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summary of how the G2 grades vs the K200D in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic G2 vs Pentax K200D Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 and Pentax K200D. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic G2 Gallery and Pentax K200D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic G2 over the Pentax K200D
G2 | K200D | |||
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Launched | July 2010 | September 2008 | More modern by 23 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K200D over the Panasonic G2
K200D | G2 |
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Common features in the Panasonic G2 and Pentax K200D
G2 | K200D | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing |
Panasonic G2 vs Pentax K200D Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G2 offers outside dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 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 G2 vs Pentax K200D in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the G2 compared to the K200D.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the G2 and K200D is 72 and 61 respectively.
Panasonic G2 vs Pentax K200D Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The picture here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the G2 and K200D.
As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G2 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Panasonic G2 will provide greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The fresher G2 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
Panasonic G2 vs Pentax K200D Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic G2 vs Pentax K200D Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 | Pentax K200D | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 | Pentax K200D |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2010-07-12 | 2008-09-01 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine HD II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3872 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax KAF2 |
Available lenses | 107 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 11.00 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 | 1/160s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video format | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 428g (0.94 pounds) | 690g (1.52 pounds) |
Dimensions | 124 x 84 x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") | 134 x 95 x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 53 | 64 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.2 | 22.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.3 | 11.4 |
DXO Low light rating | 493 | 561 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $1,000 | $600 |