Panasonic LX5 vs Pentax K200D

Here is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic LX5 vs Pentax K200D, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the LX5 (10MP) and the K200D (10MP) is relatively well matched but the LX5 (1/1.63") and K200D (APS-C) have different sensor dimensions.

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The LX5 was announced 3 years later than the K200D and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LX5 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the LX5 scores versus the K200D when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 & Pentax K200D. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX5 Gallery & Pentax K200D Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic LX5 enjoys exterior dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Pentax K200D has specifications of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") along with a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the LX5 against the K200D.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LX5 and K200D is 88 and 61 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX5 and K200D.

Clearly, both the cameras have the same megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The LX5 contains the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF more difficult. The more modern LX5 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.