Pentax K-01 vs Pentax K200D
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Pentax K-01 vs Pentax K200D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 561g - 122 x 79 x 58mm
- Launched May 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 690g - 134 x 95 x 74mm
- Introduced September 2008
- Earlier Model is Pentax K100D S

Pentax K-01 vs Pentax K200D Overview
Here, we are matching up the Pentax K-01 vs Pentax K200D, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are created by Pentax. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the K-01 (16MP) and K200D (10MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

The K-01 was manufactured 3 years later than the K200D and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera.
Before delving into a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the K-01 scores against the K200D in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Pentax K-01 vs Pentax K200D Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-01 & Pentax K200D. The entire galleries are available at Pentax K-01 Gallery & Pentax K200D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-01 over the Pentax K200D
K-01 | K200D | |||
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Introduced | May 2012 | ![]() | September 2008 | More recent by 46 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K200D over the Pentax K-01
K200D | K-01 |
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Common features in the Pentax K-01 and Pentax K200D
K-01 | K200D | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Pentax K-01 vs Pentax K200D Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax K-01 comes with external dimensions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") with a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs) and 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 Pentax K-01 vs Pentax K200D in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the K-01 against the K200D.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-01 and K200D is 76 and 61 respectively.

Pentax K-01 vs Pentax K200D Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading a spec sheet. The photograph below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-01 and K200D.
As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Pentax K-01 to deliver extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer K-01 provides a benefit in sensor technology.

Pentax K-01 vs Pentax K200D Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax K-01 vs Pentax K200D Specifications
Pentax K-01 | Pentax K200D | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Pentax |
Model | Pentax K-01 | Pentax K200D |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2012-05-30 | 2008-09-01 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 3872 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 81 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax KAF2 |
Total lenses | 151 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps),1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 561g (1.24 lbs) | 690g (1.52 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 79 x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") | 134 x 95 x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 79 | 64 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.7 | 22.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.9 | 11.4 |
DXO Low light score | 1135 | 561 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 540 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI90 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $899 | $600 |