Panasonic GH1 vs Pentax K200D

On this page, we will be reviewing the Panasonic GH1 and Pentax K200D, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the GH1 (12MP) and the K200D (10MP) is pretty close but the GH1 (Four Thirds) and K200D (APS-C) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The GH1 was brought out 11 months after the K200D and they are of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the GH1 grades versus the K200D in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 & Pentax K200D. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GH1 Gallery & Pentax K200D Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic GH1 has physical dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") having a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) whilst the Pentax K200D has specifications of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") with a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GH1 and Pentax K200D in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the GH1 against the K200D.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the GH1 and K200D is 81 and 61 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The pic here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the GH1 and K200D.

As you can see, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GH1 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Panasonic GH1 will provide you with greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The younger GH1 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.