Pentax K200D vs Sony A560

Here, we will be reviewing the Pentax K200D versus Sony A560, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by competitors Pentax and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the K200D (10MP) and A560 (14MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The K200D was introduced 24 months earlier than the A560 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the K200D grades against the A560 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K200D & Sony Alpha DSLR-A560. The whole galleries are available at Pentax K200D Gallery & Sony A560 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax K200D has got external dimensions of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") and a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs) while the Sony A560 has sizing of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") having a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the K200D and the A560.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K200D and A560 is 61 and 64 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through a spec sheet. The picture here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the K200D and A560.

As you can see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Sony A560 to give extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged K200D is going to be behind in sensor technology.