Pentax K-S1 vs Pentax K200D

Below, we will be reviewing the Pentax K-S1 and Pentax K200D, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are built by Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the K-S1 (20MP) and K200D (10MP) but they feature the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

Photography Glossary

The K-S1 was announced 6 years after the K200D which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax K-S1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the K-S1 grades versus the K200D in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-S1 and Pentax K200D. The whole galleries are available at Pentax K-S1 Gallery and Pentax K200D Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-S1 enjoys exterior measurements of 121mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 558 grams (1.23 lbs) whilst the Pentax K200D has dimensions of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") and a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax K-S1 and Pentax K200D in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the K-S1 and the K200D.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-S1 and K200D is 69 and 61 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through specs. The pic here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the K-S1 and K200D.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Pentax K-S1 to produce more detail with its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The more modern K-S1 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.