Pentax K-3 II vs Sony H200
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Pentax K-3 II vs Sony H200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 131 x 100 x 77mm
- Launched April 2015
- Superseded the Pentax K-3
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-633mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 530g - 123 x 83 x 87mm
- Released January 2013

Pentax K-3 II vs Sony H200 Overview
Here is a in depth review of the Pentax K-3 II versus Sony H200, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the K-3 II (24MP) and the H200 (20MP) is fairly comparable but the K-3 II (APS-C) and H200 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

The K-3 II was unveiled 2 years later than the H200 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-3 II being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony H200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the K-3 II scores against the H200 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Pentax K-3 II vs Sony H200 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-3 II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The full galleries are available at Pentax K-3 II Gallery & Sony H200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-3 II over the Sony H200
K-3 II | H200 | |||
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Released | April 2015 | ![]() | January 2013 | Fresher by 28 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+577k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony H200 over the Pentax K-3 II
H200 | K-3 II |
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Common features in the Pentax K-3 II and Sony H200
K-3 II | H200 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Pentax K-3 II vs Sony H200 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax K-3 II features physical measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) and the Sony H200 has sizing of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") along with a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).
Contrast the Pentax K-3 II versus Sony H200 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the K-3 II vs the H200.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-3 II and H200 is 59 and 67 respectively.

Pentax K-3 II vs Sony H200 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The visual underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the K-3 II and H200.
To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The K-3 II with its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Pentax K-3 II will produce more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images far more aggressively. The newer K-3 II will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Pentax K-3 II vs Sony H200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax K-3 II vs Sony H200 Specifications
Pentax K-3 II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Sony |
Model type | Pentax K-3 II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2015-04-23 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Prime III | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6016 x 4000 | 5184 x 2920 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 27 | - |
Cross type focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Pentax KAF2 | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-633mm (26.4x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 20cm |
Total lenses | 151 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,037k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | ClearPhoto LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.3fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 6.80 m |
Flash options | Auto Flash Discharge, Auto Flash + Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On + Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Slow-speed Sync + Red-eye, P-TTL, Trailing Curtain Sync, Contrast-control-sync, High-speed sync, Wireless sync (available with dedicated external flash) | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 800g (1.76 pounds) | 530g (1.17 pounds) |
Dimensions | 131 x 100 x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 123 x 83 x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 80 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1106 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 720 shots | 240 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | D-LI90 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Dual | 1 |
Cost at release | $829 | $250 |