Pentax K-500 vs Pentax K200D

Here, we will be evaluating the Pentax K-500 vs Pentax K200D, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras and they are both produced by Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the K-500 (16MP) and K200D (10MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The K-500 was brought out 5 years later than the K200D and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the K-500 scores vs the K200D in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-500 and Pentax K200D. The entire galleries are available at Pentax K-500 Gallery and Pentax K200D Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-500 offers exterior measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs) while the Pentax K200D has measurements of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") having a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the K-500 and the K200D.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K-500 and K200D is 64 and 61 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The photograph below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the K-500 and K200D.

Plainly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Pentax K-500 to give you greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger K-500 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.