Pentax K-x vs Pentax K200D

The following is a thorough assessment of the Pentax K-x and Pentax K200D, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras and both of them are designed by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the K-x (12MP) and the K200D (10MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The K-x was launched 16 months after the K200D which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the K-x scores vs the K200D when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-x and Pentax K200D. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax K-x Gallery and Pentax K200D Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-x has external dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) and the Pentax K200D has proportions of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") and a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax K-x and Pentax K200D in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the K-x vs the K200D.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the K-x and K200D is 69 and 61 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out technical specs. The image here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the K-x and K200D.

As you can tell, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Pentax K-x to show greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern K-x is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.