Pentax K200D vs Pentax Q10
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Pentax K200D vs Pentax Q10 Key Specs
(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
- Launched September 2008
- Succeeded the Pentax K100D S
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Pentax K200D vs Pentax Q10 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Pentax K200D and Pentax Q10, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are sold by Pentax. The image resolution of the K200D (10MP) and the Q10 (12MP) is fairly close but the K200D (APS-C) and Q10 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor size.
Photography GlossaryThe K200D was unveiled 5 years prior to the Q10 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the K200D matches up against the Q10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax K200D vs Pentax Q10 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K200D and Pentax Q10. The full galleries are available at Pentax K200D Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K200D over the Pentax Q10
K200D | Q10 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax Q10 over the Pentax K200D
Q10 | K200D | |||
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Released | September 2012 | September 2008 | Fresher by 49 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax K200D and Pentax Q10
K200D | Q10 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Pentax K200D vs Pentax Q10 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax K200D features outside measurements of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") with a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q10 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
Check out the Pentax K200D and Pentax Q10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the K200D vs the Q10.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the K200D and Q10 is 61 and 92 respectively.
Pentax K200D vs Pentax Q10 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to see the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing specifications. The graphic below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the K200D and Q10.
Plainly, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The K200D using its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Pentax Q10 will render greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images more aggressively. The older K200D will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
Pentax K200D vs Pentax Q10 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax K200D vs Pentax Q10 Specifications
Pentax K200D | Pentax Q10 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Pentax |
Model | Pentax K200D | Pentax Q10 |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2008-09-01 | 2012-09-10 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax Q |
Available lenses | 151 | 8 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (optional) |
Viewfinder coverage | 96 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) | 7.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 690g (1.52 lbs) | 200g (0.44 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 95 x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") | 102 x 58 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 64 | 49 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.4 | 21.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.4 | 10.9 |
DXO Low light score | 561 | 183 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 270 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $600 | $350 |