Pentax K200D vs Sony A33
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Pentax K200D vs Sony A33 Key Specs
(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
- Earlier Model is Pentax K100D S
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 500g - 124 x 92 x 85mm
- Announced August 2010
- Successor is Sony A35
Pentax K200D vs Sony A33 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Pentax K200D versus Sony A33, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by rivals Pentax and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the K200D (10MP) and A33 (14MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe K200D was unveiled 24 months prior to the A33 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).
Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief overview of how the K200D grades against the A33 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Pentax K200D vs Sony A33 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K200D & Sony SLT-A33. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax K200D Gallery & Sony A33 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K200D over the Sony A33
K200D | A33 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A33 over the Pentax K200D
A33 | K200D | |||
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Announced | August 2010 | September 2008 | More modern by 24 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Pentax K200D and Sony A33
K200D | A33 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Pentax K200D vs Sony A33 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax K200D provides exterior 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 A33 has proportions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).
Compare the Pentax K200D versus Sony A33 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the K200D versus the A33.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the K200D and A33 is 61 and 67 respectively.
Pentax K200D vs Sony A33 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing technical specs. The image underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the K200D and A33.
As you have seen, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony A33 to provide more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged K200D will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
Pentax K200D vs Sony A33 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax K200D vs Sony A33 Specifications
Pentax K200D | Sony SLT-A33 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Sony |
Model type | Pentax K200D | Sony SLT-A33 |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2008-09-01 | 2010-08-24 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4592 x 3056 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 15 |
Cross type focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Pentax KAF2 | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 151 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,150k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 96 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per second | 7.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) | 10.00 m (@ ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Highest video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 690g (1.52 lb) | 500g (1.10 lb) |
Dimensions | 134 x 95 x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") | 124 x 92 x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 64 | 70 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.4 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.4 | 12.6 |
DXO Low light rating | 561 | 591 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 340 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $600 | $230 |