Panasonic LF1 vs Pentax K200D

In this article, we will be analyzing the Panasonic LF1 versus Pentax K200D, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the LF1 (12MP) and the K200D (10MP) is pretty close but the LF1 (1/1.7") and K200D (APS-C) come with totally different sensor size.

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The LF1 was revealed 5 years after the K200D which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LF1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the LF1 scores against the K200D when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 and Pentax K200D. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic LF1 Gallery and Pentax K200D Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic LF1 provides outside dimensions of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 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).

Take a look at the Panasonic LF1 versus Pentax K200D in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the LF1 and the K200D.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LF1 and K200D is 92 and 61 respectively.

Normally, its hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions purely by researching technical specs. The picture below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the LF1 and K200D.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The LF1 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Panasonic LF1 will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger LF1 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.