Panasonic ZS15 vs Pentax K200D

Its time to look more in depth at the Panasonic ZS15 vs Pentax K200D, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the ZS15 (12MP) and the K200D (10MP) is pretty comparable but the ZS15 (1/2.3") and K200D (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The ZS15 was revealed 3 years after the K200D which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS15 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the ZS15 grades against the K200D with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 and Pentax K200D. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS15 Gallery and Pentax K200D Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS15 comes with physical measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Pentax K200D has proportions of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") with a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs).

Check the Panasonic ZS15 vs Pentax K200D in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the ZS15 compared to the K200D.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ZS15 and K200D is 92 and 61 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing specifications. The image here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS15 and K200D.

To sum up, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The ZS15 with its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Panasonic ZS15 will provide greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern ZS15 will have an edge in sensor tech.