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Pentax K200D vs Sony A230

Portability
61
Imaging
50
Features
41
Overall
46
Pentax K200D front
 
Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 front
Portability
69
Imaging
50
Features
40
Overall
46

Pentax K200D vs Sony A230 Key Specs

Pentax K200D
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Video
  • Pentax KAF2 Mount
  • 690g - 134 x 95 x 74mm
  • Launched September 2008
  • Older Model is Pentax K100D S
Sony A230
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Video
  • Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
  • 490g - 128 x 97 x 68mm
  • Released May 2009
  • Replaced the Sony A200
  • New Model is Sony A290
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Pentax K200D vs Sony A230 Overview

Here is a detailed assessment of the Pentax K200D vs Sony A230, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by rivals Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the K200D (10MP) and the A230 (10MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The K200D was brought out 8 months earlier than the A230 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the K200D matches up vs the A230 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Pentax K200D over the Sony A230

 K200D A230 

Reasons to pick Sony A230 over the Pentax K200D

 A230 K200D 
ReleasedMay 2009September 2008Fresher by 8 months

Common features in the Pentax K200D and Sony A230

 K200D A230 
Manually focus Very precise focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size2.7"2.7"Same display measurements
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch display Missing Touch display

Pentax K200D vs Sony A230 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K200D has exterior measurements of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs) and the Sony A230 has dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs).

Look at the Pentax K200D vs Sony A230 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the K200D compared to the A230.

Pentax K200D vs Sony A230 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the K200D and A230 is 61 and 69 respectively.

Pentax K200D vs Sony A230 top view buttons comparison

Pentax K200D vs Sony A230 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking specifications. The photograph underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the K200D and A230.

Plainly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of files however you should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older K200D is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Pentax K200D vs Sony A230 sensor size comparison

Pentax K200D vs Sony A230 Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax K200D vs Sony A230 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Pentax K200D Portrait photography information
Sony A230 Portrait photography information
54
manual focus
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW files
does not have liveview
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
54
you can focus manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
no liveview
low megapixels (10MP)
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Street Comparison

Pentax K200D Street photography information
Sony A230 Street photography information
60
image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW files
weather proof
no moving screen
heavier than average (690 grams)
67
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
screen does not articulate
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Pentax K200D
Sports photography with Sony A230
53
image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
weather proof
comes with phase detect AF
does not have liveview
max fps very slow (3.0 fps)
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
46
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
good sensor size (APS-C)
has phase detect AF
no liveview
slow fps (3.0 frames per second)
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
not so great battery power (230 shots)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Pentax K200D
Travel photography with Sony A230
47
weather proof
built-in flash
missing Time Lapse function
heavier than average (690 grams)
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
45
built-in flash
no Time Lapse mode
not so great battery power (230 shots)
low megapixels (10MP)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Pentax K200D Landscape photography factors
Sony A230 Landscape photography factors
56
manual focus
swap lenses (Pentax KAF2 mount)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW files
weather proof
small screen (2.7")
does not have liveview
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
missing Time Lapse function
51
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Sony/Minolta Alpha mount)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
small screen (2.7 inches)
no liveview
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
not so great battery power (230 CIPA)
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Pentax K200D
Vlogging with Sony A230
9
no video recording
9
can't shoot video
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Pentax K200D vs Sony A230 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax K200D and Sony A230
 Pentax K200DSony Alpha DSLR-A230
General Information
Make Pentax Sony
Model type Pentax K200D Sony Alpha DSLR-A230
Type Entry-Level DSLR Entry-Level DSLR
Launched 2008-09-01 2009-05-18
Body design Compact SLR Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Processor - Bionz
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.7mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 369.0mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 3872 x 2592 3872 x 2592
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 11 9
Lens
Lens support Pentax KAF2 Sony/Minolta Alpha
Available lenses 151 143
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentamirror) Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder coverage 96% 95%
Viewfinder magnification 0.57x 0.55x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30s 30s
Highest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting speed 3.0 frames/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 13.00 m (at ISO 100) 10.00 m
Flash modes Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Highest flash sync 1/180s 1/160s
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Highest video resolution None None
Mic 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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 690 gr (1.52 pounds) 490 gr (1.08 pounds)
Physical dimensions 134 x 95 x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") 128 x 97 x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating 64 63
DXO Color Depth rating 22.4 22.3
DXO Dynamic range rating 11.4 11.4
DXO Low light rating 561 531
Other
Battery life - 230 shots
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery ID 4 x AA NP-FH50
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/MMC/SDHC card SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo
Storage slots Single Single
Price at launch $600 $569