Pentax K200D vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Pentax K200D and Pentax WG-1 GPS, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are manufactured by Pentax. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the K200D (10MP) and WG-1 GPS (14MP) and the K200D (APS-C) and WG-1 GPS (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The K200D was released 3 years prior to the WG-1 GPS and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax WG-1 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the K200D grades vs the WG-1 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K200D & Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax K200D Gallery & Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Pentax K200D has exterior 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) whilst the Pentax WG-1 GPS has specifications of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Pentax K200D and Pentax WG-1 GPS in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the K200D compared to the WG-1 GPS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K200D and WG-1 GPS is 61 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading specs. The photograph below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the K200D and WG-1 GPS.

All in all, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The K200D featuring a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Pentax WG-1 GPS will offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The older K200D is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.