Pentax K-50 vs Pentax K200D
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Pentax K-50 vs Pentax K200D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 51600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 650g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Launched November 2013
- Succeeded the Pentax K-30
(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
- Released September 2008
- Previous Model is Pentax K100D S

Pentax K-50 vs Pentax K200D Overview
The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Pentax K-50 versus Pentax K200D, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras and they are both built by Pentax. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the K-50 (16MP) and K200D (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

The K-50 was announced 5 years after the K200D which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).
Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the K-50 scores vs the K200D in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Pentax K-50 vs Pentax K200D Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-50 & Pentax K200D. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax K-50 Gallery & Pentax K200D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-50 over the Pentax K200D
K-50 | K200D | |||
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Released | November 2013 | ![]() | September 2008 | Newer by 64 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K200D over the Pentax K-50
K200D | K-50 |
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Common features in the Pentax K-50 and Pentax K200D
K-50 | K200D | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Pentax K-50 vs Pentax K200D Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you should take into account its weight and size. The Pentax K-50 features exterior measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) whilst 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).
Check the Pentax K-50 versus Pentax K200D in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the K-50 compared to the K200D.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the K-50 and K200D is 63 and 61 respectively.

Pentax K-50 vs Pentax K200D Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specifications. The picture here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the K-50 and K200D.
Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Pentax K-50 to render more detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images far more aggressively. The newer K-50 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Pentax K-50 vs Pentax K200D Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax K-50 vs Pentax K200D Specifications
Pentax K-50 | Pentax K200D | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Pentax |
Model | Pentax K-50 | Pentax K200D |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2013-11-27 | 2008-09-01 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | PRIME M | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 372.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 51600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Cross focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax KAF2 |
Number of lenses | 151 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.61x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
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 Sync, Slow Sync+Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50,30,25,24 fps), 640 x 424 (30,25,24 fps) | - |
Maximum 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 | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 650g (1.43 lbs) | 690g (1.52 lbs) |
Dimensions | 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") | 134 x 95 x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 79 | 64 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.7 | 22.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.0 | 11.4 |
DXO Low light score | 1120 | 561 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI109 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $610 | $600 |