Pentax K-3 vs Sony A200

Here, we will be evaluating the Pentax K-3 versus Sony A200, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Pentax and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the K-3 (24MP) and A200 (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The K-3 was launched 5 years later than the A200 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-3 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A200 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the K-3 scores vs the A200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-3 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A200. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax K-3 Gallery & Sony A200 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax K-3 has got exterior measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) and the Sony A200 has specifications of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") with a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax K-3 versus Sony A200 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the K-3 against the A200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the K-3 and A200 is 59 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the K-3 and A200.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Pentax K-3 to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent K-3 provides an edge in sensor innovation.