Pentax K200D vs Sony A290

On this page, we will be looking at the Pentax K200D versus Sony A290, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by companies Pentax and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the K200D (10MP) and A290 (14MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The K200D was introduced 21 months before the A290 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the K200D grades vs the A290 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K200D and Sony Alpha DSLR-A290. The whole galleries are available at Pentax K200D Gallery and Sony A290 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K200D provides outer dimensions of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") with a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs) while the Sony A290 has dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") with a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax K200D versus Sony A290 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the K200D vs the A290.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K200D and A290 is 61 and 66 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by going over a spec sheet. The visual here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the K200D and A290.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony A290 to offer more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older K200D is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.