Pentax K200D vs Samsung GX-20

Below is a in depth review of the Pentax K200D versus Samsung GX-20, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the K200D (10MP) and GX-20 (15MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The K200D was manufactured 8 months later than the GX-20 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera and the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the K200D scores vs the GX-20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K200D & Samsung GX-20. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax K200D Gallery & Samsung GX-20 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax K200D has external dimensions 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 Samsung GX-20 has proportions of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the K200D vs the GX-20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K200D and GX-20 is 61 and 58 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to see the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing technical specs. The graphic below should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the K200D and GX-20.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Samsung GX-20 to provide more detail due to its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger K200D will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.