Pentax K-x vs Pentax K200D
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![Pentax K-x front Pentax K-x front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-K-x/Pentax-K-x-front.jpg)
![Pentax K200D front Pentax K200D front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-K200D/Pentax-K200D-front.jpg)
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Pentax K-x vs Pentax K200D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Expand to 12800)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 580g - 123 x 92 x 68mm
- Released December 2009
(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
- Released September 2008
- Previous Model is Pentax K100D S
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Pentax K-x vs Pentax K200D Overview
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.
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Pentax K-x vs Pentax K200D Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-x over the Pentax K200D
K-x | K200D | |||
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Released | December 2009 | ![]() | September 2008 | Newer by 16 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax K200D over the Pentax K-x
K200D | K-x |
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Common features in the Pentax K-x and Pentax K200D
K-x | K200D | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Pentax K-x vs Pentax K200D Physical Comparison
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.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Pentax K-x vs Pentax K200D size comparison Pentax K-x vs Pentax K200D size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-K-x-vs-Pentax-K200D-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the K-x and K200D is 69 and 61 respectively.
![Pentax K-x vs Pentax K200D top view buttons comparison Pentax K-x vs Pentax K200D top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-K-x-vs-Pentax-K200D-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Pentax K-x vs Pentax K200D Sensor Comparison
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.
![Pentax K-x vs Pentax K200D sensor size comparison Pentax K-x vs Pentax K200D sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Pentax-K-x-vs-Pentax-K200D-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Pentax K-x vs Pentax K200D Screen and ViewFinder
![Pentax K-x vs Pentax K200D Screen and Viewfinder comparison Pentax K-x vs Pentax K200D Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-K-x-vs-Pentax-K200D-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Pentax K-x vs Pentax K200D Specifications
Pentax K-x | Pentax K200D | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Pentax |
Model type | Pentax K-x | Pentax K200D |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2009-12-23 | 2008-09-01 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Prime | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.9mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | - |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 3872 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax KAF2 |
Total lenses | 151 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 96 percent | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/6000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 16.00 m | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear curtain, Wireless | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 416 (24 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 580 grams (1.28 lbs) | 690 grams (1.52 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 92 x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") | 134 x 95 x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 72 | 64 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | 22.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.5 | 11.4 |
DXO Low light rating | 811 | 561 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1900 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $600 | $600 |