Pentax K100D S vs Sony HX200V

In this article, we will be evaluating the Pentax K100D S versus Sony HX200V, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Pentax and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the K100D S (6MP) and HX200V (18MP) and the K100D S (APS-C) and HX200V (1/2.3") come with different sensor measurements.

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The K100D S was unveiled 5 years prior to the HX200V which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K100D S being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a short summation of how the K100D S matches up vs the HX200V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K100D Super and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The full galleries are provided at Pentax K100D S Gallery and Sony HX200V Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax K100D S has physical measurements of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs) and the Sony HX200V has sizing of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") having a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax K100D S versus Sony HX200V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the K100D S compared to the HX200V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K100D S and HX200V is 65 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by seeing a spec sheet. The image below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the K100D S and HX200V.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The K100D S using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Sony HX200V will produce extra detail having an extra 12MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged K100D S will be behind in sensor innovation.