Pentax K-500 vs Pentax K200D
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Pentax K-500 vs Pentax K200D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 51600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 646g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Revealed November 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 690g - 134 x 95 x 74mm
- Launched September 2008
- Succeeded the Pentax K100D S
Pentax K-500 vs Pentax K200D Overview
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).
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe 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.
Pentax K-500 vs Pentax K200D Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-500 over the Pentax K200D
K-500 | K200D | |||
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Launched | November 2013 | September 2008 | Fresher by 64 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K200D over the Pentax K-500
K200D | K-500 |
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Common features in the Pentax K-500 and Pentax K200D
K-500 | K200D | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Pentax K-500 vs Pentax K200D Physical Comparison
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).
Contrast the Pentax K-500 vs Pentax K200D in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Pentax K-500 vs Pentax K200D Sensor Comparison
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.
Pentax K-500 vs Pentax K200D Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax K-500 vs Pentax K200D Specifications
Pentax K-500 | Pentax K200D | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Pentax |
Model type | Pentax K-500 | Pentax K200D |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2013-11-27 | 2008-09-01 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 51600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax KAF2 |
Available lenses | 151 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.61x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/6000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | 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 | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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 jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 646g (1.42 lb) | 690g (1.52 lb) |
Physical 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 Overall rating | 79 | 64 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.7 | 22.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.1 | 11.4 |
DXO Low light rating | 1087 | 561 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 710 images | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $600 | $600 |