Panasonic SZ8 vs Pentax K200D

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic SZ8 and Pentax K200D, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the SZ8 (16MP) and K200D (10MP) and the SZ8 (1/2.3") and K200D (APS-C) have different sensor sizing.

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The SZ8 was unveiled 5 years later than the K200D and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic SZ8 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SZ8 scores vs the K200D when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 & Pentax K200D. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ8 Gallery & Pentax K200D Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic SZ8 comes with physical dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Pentax K200D has sizing 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 SZ8 and Pentax K200D in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ8 compared to the K200D.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ8 and K200D is 94 and 61 respectively.

Often, its tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ8 and K200D.

Clearly, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SZ8 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic SZ8 will provide you with more detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The younger SZ8 provides an edge in sensor innovation.