Pentax K-S2 vs Sony A200
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Pentax K-S2 vs Sony A200 Key Specs
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 678g - 123 x 91 x 73mm
- Launched February 2015
- Old Model is Pentax K-S1
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- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 572g - 131 x 99 x 71mm
- Launched July 2008
- Refreshed by Sony A230
Pentax K-S2 vs Sony A200 Overview
Lets look more in depth at the Pentax K-S2 versus Sony A200, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by brands Pentax and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the K-S2 (20MP) and A200 (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe K-S2 was unveiled 6 years later than the A200 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the K-S2 matches up versus the A200 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Pentax K-S2 vs Sony A200 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-S2 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A200. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax K-S2 Gallery and Sony A200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-S2 over the Sony A200
K-S2 | A200 | |||
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Launched | February 2015 | July 2008 | More recent by 80 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony A200 over the Pentax K-S2
A200 | K-S2 |
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Common features in the Pentax K-S2 and Sony A200
K-S2 | A200 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Pentax K-S2 vs Sony A200 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax K-S2 has external dimensions of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") along with a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Sony A200 has sizing of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") with a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs).
Analyze the Pentax K-S2 versus Sony A200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the K-S2 compared to the A200.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the K-S2 and A200 is 64 and 66 respectively.
Pentax K-S2 vs Sony A200 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by going through specs. The photograph below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-S2 and A200.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Pentax K-S2 to produce greater detail having an extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent K-S2 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Pentax K-S2 vs Sony A200 Specifications
Pentax K-S2 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Sony |
Model | Pentax K-S2 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2015-02-10 | 2008-07-17 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | PRIME MII | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | - |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 3872 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF2 | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 151 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.4 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash on + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual flash | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 678 grams (1.49 pounds) | 572 grams (1.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 91 x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") | 131 x 99 x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 63 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 521 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI109 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Compact Flash |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $581 | $100 |