Pentax K100D S vs Pentax K200D

Lets look more closely at the Pentax K100D S versus Pentax K200D, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras and they are both sold by Pentax. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the K100D S (6MP) and K200D (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The K100D S was revealed 14 months before the K200D which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the K100D S grades versus the K200D when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K100D Super and Pentax K200D. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax K100D S Gallery and Pentax K200D Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax K100D S has got exterior dimensions of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs) while the Pentax K200D has sizing of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") and a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs).

Compare the Pentax K100D S versus Pentax K200D in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the K100D S against the K200D.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K100D S and K200D is 65 and 61 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The pic here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the K100D S and K200D.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Pentax K200D to offer greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged K100D S is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.