Pentax K200D vs Pentax E70

On this page, we are reviewing the Pentax K200D versus Pentax E70, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both manufactured by Pentax. The image resolution of the K200D (10MP) and the E70 (10MP) is fairly close but the K200D (APS-C) and E70 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.

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The K200D was released 4 months before the E70 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax E70 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the K200D scores against the E70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K200D and Pentax Optio E70. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax K200D Gallery and Pentax E70 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax K200D features physical measurements of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") along with a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs) while the Pentax E70 has sizing of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Pentax K200D versus Pentax E70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the K200D compared to the E70.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the K200D and E70 is 61 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the K200D and E70.

Clearly, both cameras have the same MP but different sensor sizing. The K200D provides the larger sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier.