Panasonic GF5 vs Pentax K200D

Let's take a deeper look at the Panasonic GF5 vs Pentax K200D, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the GF5 (12MP) and the K200D (10MP) is relatively close but the GF5 (Four Thirds) and K200D (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The GF5 was manufactured 3 years later than the K200D and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the GF5 grades versus the K200D in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 and Pentax K200D. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF5 Gallery and Pentax K200D Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GF5 provides exterior measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 267 grams (0.59 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).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the GF5 vs the K200D.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GF5 and K200D is 89 and 61 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GF5 and K200D.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GF5 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Panasonic GF5 will render more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The younger GF5 will have an edge in sensor tech.