Pentax K200D vs Sony A100

Here is a extended overview of the Pentax K200D vs Sony A100, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by rivals Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the K200D (10MP) and the A100 (10MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The K200D was launched 2 years later than the A100 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the K200D scores against the A100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K200D and Sony Alpha DSLR-A100. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax K200D Gallery and Sony A100 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax K200D has got outer measurements of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") having a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs) while the Sony A100 has proportions of 133mm x 95mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8") and a weight of 638 grams (1.41 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the K200D compared to the A100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K200D and A100 is 61 and 64 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the K200D and A100.

To sum up, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution and you should expect similar quality of photographs though you should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent K200D will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.