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Nikon D200 vs Pentax K-1

The Nikon D200 and the Pentax K-1 are two enthusiast cameras that were announced, respectively, in November 2005 and February 2016. Both are DSLR (Digital Single Lens Reflex) cameras that are based on an APS-C (D200) and a full frame (K-1) sensor. The Nikon has a resolution of 10 megapixels, whereas the Pentax provides 36.2 MP.

Below is an overview of the main specs of the two cameras as a starting point for the comparison.

Headline Specifications
Nikon D200
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Nikon D200   Pentax K-1
Digital single lens reflex Digital single lens reflex
Nikon F mount lenses Pentax K mount lenses
10 MP – APS-C sensor 36.2 MP – Full Frame sensor
no Video 1080/60i Video
ISO 100-1,600 (100 - 3,200) ISO 100-204,800
Optical viewfinder Optical viewfinder
2.5" LCD – 230k dots 3.2" LCD – 1037k dots
Fixed screen (not touch-sensitive) Fully flexible screen (no touchscreen)
5 shutter flaps per second 4.4 shutter flaps per second
Lens stabilization onlyIn-body stabilization
Weathersealed bodyWeathersealed body
400 shots per battery charge760 shots per battery charge
147 x 113 x 74 mm, 920 g 137 x 110 x 86 mm, 1010 g
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Going beyond this snapshot of core features and characteristics, what are the differences between the Nikon D200 and the Pentax K-1? Which one should you buy? Read on to find out how these two cameras compare with respect to their body size, their imaging sensors, their shooting features, their input-output connections, and their reception by expert reviewers.

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Body comparison

The physical size and weight of the Nikon D200 and the Pentax K-1 are illustrated in the side-by-side display below. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three successive views from the front, the top, and the rear are shown. All width, height and depth measures are rounded to the nearest millimeter.

The K-1 can be obtained in two different colors (black, silver), while the D200 is only available in black.

Size Nikon D200 vs Pentax K-1
Compare D200 versus K-1 top
Comparison D200 or K-1 rear

If the front view area (width x height) of the cameras is taken as an aggregate measure of their size, the Pentax K-1 is notably smaller (9 percent) than the Nikon D200. However, the K-1 is markedly heavier (10 percent) than the D200. In this context, it is worth noting that both cameras are splash and dust-proof and can, hence, be used in inclement weather conditions or harsh environments.

The above size and weight comparisons are to some extent incomplete since they do not consider the interchangeable lenses that both of these cameras require. Hence, you might want to study and compare the specifications of available lenses in order to get the full picture of the size and weight of the two camera systems.

Concerning battery life, the D200 gets 400 shots out of its Nikon EN-EL3e battery, while the K-1 can take 760 images on a single charge of its Pentax D-LI90 power pack.

The table below summarizes the key physical specs of the two cameras alongside a broader set of comparators. If you want to switch the focus of the display and review another camera pair, you can move across to the CAM-parator tool and choose from the broad selection of possible camera comparisons there.

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Body Specifications
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Nikon D200 147 mm 113 mm 74 mm 920 g 400 i Nov 2005 US$ 1 699ebay.com
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Pentax K-1 137 mm 110 mm 86 mm 1010 g 760 i Feb 2016 US$ 1 799ebay.com
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Canon 5D Mark IV 151 mm 116 mm 76 mm 890 g 900 i Aug 2016 US$ 3 499 amazon.com
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Canon 20D 144 mm 106 mm 72 mm 770 g 700 i Aug 2004 US$ 1 499ebay.com
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Canon 30D 144 mm 106 mm 74 mm 785 g 750 i Feb 2006 US$ 1 399ebay.com
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Nikon D2X 158 mm 150 mm 86 mm 1252 g 3800 i Sep 2004 US$ 4 999ebay.com
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Nikon D2Xs 158 mm 150 mm 86 mm 1252 g 3800 i Jun 2006 US$ 4 699ebay.com
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Nikon D80 132 mm 103 mm 77 mm 668 g 600 i Aug 2006 US$ 999ebay.com
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Nikon D100 144 mm 116 mm 81 mm 780 g 370 i Feb 2002 US$ 1 999ebay.com
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Nikon D300 147 mm 114 mm 74 mm 925 g 1000 i Aug 2007 US$ 1 799ebay.com
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Nikon D300S 147 mm 115 mm 81 mm 938 g 950 i Jul 2009 US$ 1 799ebay.com
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Nikon D500 147 mm 115 mm 81 mm 860 g 1240 i Jan 2016 US$ 1 999ebay.com
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Nikon D7000 132 mm 105 mm 77 mm 780 g 1050 i Sep 2010 US$ 1 499ebay.com
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Pentax K-1 II 137 mm 110 mm 86 mm 1010 g 670 i Feb 2018 US$ 1 999 amazon.com
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Sony A7R IIIA 127 mm 96 mm 74 mm 650 g 650 i Apr 2021 US$ 3 199 amazon.com
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Sony A99 II 143 mm 104 mm 76 mm 849 g 490 i Sep 2016 US$ 3 199ebay.com
Note: Measurements and pricing do not include easily detachable parts, such as add-on or interchangeable lenses or optional viewfinders.
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Any camera decision will naturally be influenced heavily by the price. The manufacturer’s suggested retail prices give an idea on the placement of the camera in the maker’s lineup and the broader market. The D200 was somewhat cheaper (by 6 percent) than the K-1 at launch, but both cameras fall into the same price category. Usually, retail prices stay at first close to the launch price, but after several months, discounts become available. Later in the product cycle and, in particular, when the replacement model is about to appear, further discounting and stock clearance sales often push the camera price considerably down.

Sensor comparison

The size of the imaging sensor is a crucial determinant of image quality. All other things equal, a large sensor will have larger individual pixel-units that offer better low-light sensitivity, wider dynamic range, and richer color-depth than smaller pixels in a sensor of the same technological generation. Moreover, a large sensor camera will give the photographer more control over depth-of-field in the image and, thus, the ability to better isolate a subject from the background. On the downside, larger sensors tend to be associated with larger, more expensive camera bodies and lenses.

Of the two cameras under consideration, the Nikon D200 features an APS-C sensor and the Pentax K-1 a full frame sensor. The sensor area in the K-1 is 131 percent bigger. As a result of these sensor size differences, the cameras have a format factor of, respectively, 1.5 and 1.0. Both cameras have a native aspect ratio (sensor width to sensor height) of 3:2.

Nikon D200 and Pentax K-1 sensor measures

With 36.2MP, the K-1 offers a higher resolution than the D200 (10MP), but the K-1 has smaller individual pixels (pixel pitch of 4.88μm versus 6.11μm for the D200). Yet, the K-1 is a much more recent model (by 10 years and 3 months) than the D200, and its sensor will have benefitted from technological advances during this time that enhance the light gathering capacity of its pixel-units. Coming back to sensor resolution, it should be mentioned that the K-1 has no anti-alias filter installed, so that it can capture all the detail its sensor resolves.

The resolution advantage of the Pentax K-1 implies greater flexibility for cropping images or the possibility to print larger pictures. The maximum print size of the K-1 for good quality output (200 dots per inch) amounts to 36.8 x 24.6 inches or 93.5 x 62.4 cm, for very good quality (250 dpi) 29.4 x 19.6 inches or 74.8 x 49.9 cm, and for excellent quality (300 dpi) 24.5 x 16.4 inches or 62.3 x 41.6 cm. The corresponding values for the Nikon D200 are 19.4 x 13 inches or 49.2 x 32.9 cm for good quality, 15.5 x 10.4 inches or 39.3 x 26.3 cm for very good quality, and 12.9 x 8.6 inches or 32.8 x 21.9 cm for excellent quality prints.

Unlike the D200, the K-1 has the capacity to capture high quality composite images by combining multiple shots after shifting its sensor by miniscule distances. This multi-shot, pixel-shift mode is most suitable for photography of stationary objects (landscapes, studio scenes).

The Nikon D200 has a native sensitivity range from ISO 100 to ISO 1600, which can be extended to ISO 100-3200. The corresponding ISO settings for the Pentax K-1 are ISO 100 to ISO 204800 (no boost).

In terms of underlying technology, the D200 is build around a CCD sensor, while the K-1 uses a CMOS imager. Both cameras use a Bayer filter for capturing RGB colors on a square grid of photosensors. This arrangement is found in most digital cameras.

D200 versus K-1 MP

Consistent information on actual sensor performance is available from DXO Mark for many cameras. This service is based on lab testing and assigns an overall score to each camera sensor, as well as ratings for dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), color depth ("DXO Portrait"), and low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports"). Of the two cameras under consideration, the K-1 offers substantially better image quality than the D200 (overall score 32 points higher). The advantage is based on 3.1 bits higher color depth, 3.1 EV in additional dynamic range, and 2.5 stops in additional low light sensitivity. The following table provides an overview of the physical sensor characteristics, as well as the sensor quality measurements for a selection of comparators.

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Nikon D200 APS-C 10.0 3872 2592i22.311.558364
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Pentax K-1 Full Frame 36.2 7360 49121080/60i25.414.6328096
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Canon 5D Mark IV Full Frame 30.1 6720 44804K/30p24.813.6299591
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Canon 20D APS-C 8.2 3504 2336i21.911.072162
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Canon 30D APS-C 8.2 3504 2336i21.510.873659
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Nikon D2X APS-C 12.2 4288 2848i22.110.947659
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Nikon D2Xs APS-C 12.2 4288 2848i22.210.948959
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Nikon D80 APS-C 10.0 3872 2592i22.111.252461
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Nikon D100 APS-C 6.0 3008 2000i20.49.939448
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Nikon D300 APS-C 12.2 4288 2848i22.112.067967
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Nikon D300S APS-C 12.2 4288 2848720/24p22.512.278770
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Nikon D500 APS-C 20.7 5568 37124K/30p24.014.0132483
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Nikon D7000 APS-C 16.1 4928 32641080/24p23.513.9116780
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Pentax K-1 II Full Frame 36.2 7360 49121080/60i25.114.0269893
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Sony A7R IIIA Full Frame 42.2 7952 53044K/30p26.014.73523100
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Sony A99 II Full Frame 42.2 7952 53044K/30p25.413.4231792
Note: DXO values in italics represent estimates based on sensor size and age.
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Many modern cameras are not only capable of taking still images, but can also record movies. The K-1 indeed provides for movie recording, while the D200 does not. The highest resolution format that the K-1 can use is 1080/60i.

Feature comparison

Apart from body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a variety of features. The D200 and the K-1 are similar in the sense that both have an optical viewfinder. The latter is useful for getting a clear image for framing even in brightly lit environments. The viewfinder in the K-1 offers a wider field of view (100%) than the one in the D200 (95%), so that a larger proportion of the captured image is visible in the finder. In addition, the viewfinder of the K-1 has a higher magnification (0.70x vs 0.63x), so that the size of the image transmitted appears closer to the size seen with the naked human eye. The following table reports on some other key feature differences and similarities of the Nikon D200, the Pentax K-1, and comparable cameras.

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Nikon D200optical i2.5 / 230 fixed i 1/8000s 5.0/s i i
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Pentax K-1optical i3.2 / 1037 full-flex i 1/8000s 4.4/s i i
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Canon 5D Mark IVoptical i3.2 / 1620 fixed i 1/8000s 7.0/s i i
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Canon 20Doptical i1.8 / 118 fixed i 1/8000s 5.0/s i i
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Canon 30Doptical i2.5 / 230 fixed i 1/8000s 5.0/s i i
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Nikon D2Xoptical i2.5 / 235 fixed i 1/8000s 5.0/s i i
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Nikon D2Xsoptical i2.5 / 230 fixed i 1/8000s 5.0/s i i
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Nikon D80optical i2.5 / 230 fixed i 1/4000s 3.0/s i i
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Nikon D100optical i1.8 / 118 fixed i 1/4000s 3.0/s i i
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Nikon D300optical i3.0 / 922 fixed i 1/8000s 6.0/s i i
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Nikon D300Soptical i3.0 / 920 fixed i 1/8000s 7.0/s i i
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Nikon D500optical i3.2 / 2359 tilting i 1/8000s 10.0/s i i
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Nikon D7000optical i3.0 / 921 fixed i 1/8000s 6.0/s i i
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Pentax K-1 IIoptical i3.2 / 1037 full-flex i 1/8000s 4.4/s i i
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Sony A7R IIIA3686 i3.0 / 2340 tilting i 1/8000s 10.0/s i i
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Sony A99 II2400 i3.0 / 1229 full-flex i 1/8000s 12.0/s i i
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One difference between the cameras concerns the presence of an on-board flash. The D200 has one, while the K-1 does not. While the built-in flash of the D200 is not very powerful, it can at times be useful as a fill-in light.

The Nikon D200 and the Pentax K-1 both have an intervalometer built-in. This enables the photographer to capture time lapse sequences, such as flower blooming, a sunset or moon rise, without purchasing an external camera trigger and related software.

The D200 writes its imaging data to Compact Flash cards, while the K-1 uses SDXC cards. The K-1 features dual card slots, which can be very useful in case a memory card fails. In contrast, the D200 only has one slot.

Connectivity comparison

For some imaging applications, the extent to which a camera can communicate with its environment can be an important aspect in the camera decision process. The table below provides an overview of the connectivity of the Nikon D200 and Pentax K-1 and, in particular, the interfaces the cameras (and selected comparators) provide for accessory control and data transfer.

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Nikon D200ii / iiii2.0iii
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Pentax K-1istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Canon 5D Mark IVimono / monoiimini3.0iii
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Canon 20Dii / iiii1.1iii
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Canon 30Dii / iiii2.0iii
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Nikon D2Xii / iiii2.0iii
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Nikon D2Xsii / iiii2.0iii
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Nikon D80ii / iiii2.0iii
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Nikon D100ii / iiii1.1iii
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Nikon D300ii / iiimini2.0iii
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Nikon D300Sistereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Nikon D500istereo / monoiimini3.0iii
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Nikon D7000imono / monoiimini2.0iii
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Pentax K-1 IIistereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Sony A7R IIIAistereo / monoiimicro3.2iii
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Sony A99 IIistereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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It is notable that the K-1 offers wifi support, which can be a very convenient means to transfer image data to an off-camera location. In contrast, the D200 does not provide wifi capability.

Both cameras feature a PC Sync terminal to control professional strobe lights, which will be appreciated by studio photographers.

Travel and landscape photographers will find it useful that the K-1 has an internal geolocalization sensor and can record GPS coordinates in its EXIF data.

Both the D200 and the K-1 have been discontinued, but can regularly be found used on ebay. The D200 was replaced by the Nikon D300, while the K-1 was followed by the Pentax K-1 II. Further information on the features and operation of the D200 and K-1 can be found, respectively, in the Nikon D200 Manual (free pdf) or the online Pentax K-1 Manual.

Review summary

So what conclusions can be drawn? Is there a clear favorite between the Nikon D200 and the Pentax K-1? Which camera is better? A synthesis of the relative strong points of each of the models is listed below.

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Reasons to prefer the Nikon D200:

  • Better moiré control: Has an anti-alias filter to avoid artificial patterns to appear in images.
  • Faster burst: Shoots at higher frequency (5 vs 4.4 flaps/sec) to capture the decisive moment.
  • Easier fill-in: Is equipped with a small onboard flash to brighten deep shadow areas.
  • More heavily discounted: Has been available for much longer (launched in November 2005).

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Arguments in favor of the Pentax K-1:

  • More detail: Has more megapixels (36.2 vs 10MP), which boosts linear resolution by 90%.
  • Maximized detail: Lacks an anti-alias filter to exploit the sensor's full resolution potential.
  • High quality composites: Can combine several shots after pixel-shifting its sensor.
  • Better image quality: Scores substantially higher (32 points) in the DXO overall evaluation.
  • Richer colors: Generates noticeably more natural colors (3.1 bits more color depth).
  • More dynamic range: Captures a broader range of light and dark details (3.1 EV of extra DR).
  • Better low-light sensitivity: Can shoot in dim conditions (2.5 stops ISO advantage).
  • Broader imaging potential: Can capture not only stills but also 1080/60i video.
  • More complete view: Has a viewfinder with a larger field of view (100% vs 95%).
  • Larger viewfinder image: Features a viewfinder with a higher magnification (0.70x vs 0.63x).
  • Larger screen: Has a bigger rear LCD (3.2" vs 2.5") for image review and settings control.
  • More detailed LCD: Has a higher resolution rear screen (1037k vs 230k dots).
  • More flexible LCD: Has a full-flex screen for odd-angle shots in portrait or landscape orientation.
  • Longer lasting: Gets more shots (760 versus 400) out of a single battery charge.
  • Sharper images: Has stabilization technology built-in to reduce the impact of hand-shake.
  • Easier geotagging: Features an internal GPS sensor to log localization data.
  • Easier file upload: Has wifi built in for automatic backup or image transfer to the web.
  • Greater peace of mind: Features a second card slot as a backup in case of memory card failure.
  • More modern: Reflects 10 years and 3 months of technical progress since the D200 launch.

If the count of individual advantages (bullet points above) is taken as a guide, the K-1 is the clear winner of the contest (19 : 4 points). However, the relative importance of the various individual camera aspects will vary according to personal preferences and needs, so that you might like to apply corresponding weights to the particular features before making a decision on a new camera. A professional wildlife photographer will view the differences between cameras in a way that diverges from the perspective of a family photog, and a person interested in architecture has distinct needs from a sports shooter. Hence, the decision which camera is best and worth buying is often a very personal one.

D200 04:19 K-1

How about other alternatives? Do the specifications of the Nikon D200 and the Pentax K-1 place the cameras among the top in their class? Find out in the latest Best DSLR Camera listing whether the two cameras rank among the cream of the crop.

In any case, while the comparison of the spec-sheets of cameras can offer a general idea of their imaging potential, it remains partial and cannot reveal, for example, the shooting experience and imaging performance when actually working with the D200 or the K-1. User reviews, such as those found at amazon, can sometimes inform about these issues, but such feedback is often incomplete, inconsistent, and biased.

Expert reviews

This is why hands-on reviews by experts are important. The table below provides a synthesis of the camera assessments of some of the best known photo-gear review sites (amateurphotographer [AP], cameralabs [CL], digitalcameraworld [DCW], dpreview [DPR], ephotozine [EPZ], photographyblog [PB]). As can be seen, the professional reviewers agree in many cases on the quality of different cameras, but sometimes their assessments diverge, reinforcing the earlier point that a camera decision is often a very personal choice.

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Nikon D200..+ +..+ +o.. Nov 2005 US$ 1 699ebay.com
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Pentax K-15/5....84/1005/55/5 Feb 2016 US$ 1 799ebay.com
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Canon 5D Mark IV4.5/5+ +4/587/1004.5/54.5/5 Aug 2016 US$ 3 499 amazon.com
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Canon 20D......+ +.... Aug 2004 US$ 1 499ebay.com
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Canon 30D..+ +..+ +o.. Feb 2006 US$ 1 399ebay.com
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Nikon D2X......+ +.... Sep 2004 US$ 4 999ebay.com
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Nikon D2Xs............ Jun 2006 US$ 4 699ebay.com
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Nikon D80..+..+ +o4.5/5 Aug 2006 US$ 999ebay.com
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Nikon D100......+ +o.. Feb 2002 US$ 1 999ebay.com
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Nikon D300..+ +..+ +5/54.5/5 Aug 2007 US$ 1 799ebay.com
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Nikon D300S5/5+ +..82/1004/54.5/5 Jul 2009 US$ 1 799ebay.com
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Nikon D5005/5+ +4.7/591/1004.5/55/5 Jan 2016 US$ 1 999ebay.com
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Nikon D70004/5....80/1004.5/54.5/5 Sep 2010 US$ 1 499ebay.com
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Pentax K-1 II....4.5/579/1004.5/54.5/5 Feb 2018 US$ 1 999 amazon.com
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Sony A7R IIIA..+ +4/590/1004.5/55/5 Apr 2021 US$ 3 199 amazon.com
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Sony A99 II....4.5/585/1004.5/54.5/5 Sep 2016 US$ 3 199ebay.com
Note: (+ +) highly recommended; (+) recommended; (o) reviewed; (..) not available.
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Care should be taken when interpreting the review scores above, though. The assessments were made in relation to similar cameras of the same technological generation. Thus, a score needs to be put into the context of the launch date and the launch price of the camera, and comparisons of ratings among very different cameras or across long time periods have little meaning. Also, kindly note that some of the listed sites have over time developped their review approaches and their reporting style.

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Specifications: Nikon D200 vs Pentax K-1

Below is a side-by-side comparison of the specs of the two cameras to facilitate a quick review of their differences and common features.

Camera Specifications
Camera Model Nikon D200 Pentax K-1
Camera Type Digital single lens reflex Digital single lens reflex
Camera Lens Nikon F mount lenses Pentax K mount lenses
Launch Date November 2005 February 2016
Launch Price USD 1,699 USD 1,799
Sensor Specs Nikon D200 Pentax K-1
Sensor Technology CCD CMOS
Sensor Format APS-C Sensor Full Frame Sensor
Sensor Size 23.6 x 15.8 mm 35.9 x 24.0 mm
Sensor Area 372.88 mm2 861.6 mm2
Sensor Diagonal 28.4 mm 43.2 mm
Crop Factor 1.5x 1.0x
Sensor Resolution 10 Megapixels 36.2 Megapixels
Image Resolution 3872 x 2592 pixels 7360 x 4912 pixels
Pixel Pitch 6.11 μm 4.88 μm
Pixel Density 2.69 MP/cm2 4.20 MP/cm2
Moiré control Anti-Alias filter no AA filter
Movie Capability no Video 1080/60i Video
ISO Setting 100 - 1,600 ISO 100 - 204,800 ISO
ISO Boost 100 - 3,200 ISO no Enhancement
DXO Sensor Quality (score) 64 96
DXO Color Depth (bits) 22.3 25.4
DXO Dynamic Range (EV) 11.5 14.6
DXO Low Light (ISO) 583 3280
Screen Specs Nikon D200 Pentax K-1
Viewfinder Type Optical viewfinder Optical viewfinder
Viewfinder Field of View 95% 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.63x 0.70x
Top-Level Screen Control Panel Control Panel
LCD Framing Live View
Rear LCD Size 2.5inch 3.2inch
LCD Resolution 230k dots 1037k dots
LCD Attachment Fixed screen Fully flexible screen
Shooting Specs Nikon D200 Pentax K-1
Focus System Phase-detect AF Phase-detect AF
Manual Focusing Aidno Peaking FeatureFocus Peaking
Max Shutter Speed (mechanical) 1/8000s 1/8000s
Continuous Shooting 5 shutter flaps/s 4.4 shutter flaps/s
Shutter Life Expectancy100 000 actuations300 000 actuations
Time-Lapse PhotographyIntervalometer built-inIntervalometer built-in
Image StabilizationLens stabilization onlyIn-body stabilization
Fill Flash Built-in Flash no On-Board Flash
Storage Medium CF cards SDXC cards
Single or Dual Card Slots Single card slot Dual card slots
Connectivity Specs Nikon D200 Pentax K-1
External Flash Hotshoe Hotshoe
Studio Flash PC Sync socket PC Sync socket
USB Connector USB 2.0 USB 2.0
HDMI Port no HDMI micro HDMI
Microphone Port no MIC socket External MIC port
Headphone Socket no Headphone port Headphone port
Wifi Support no Wifi Wifi built-in
Geotagging no internal GPS GPS built-in
Body Specs Nikon D200 Pentax K-1
Environmental SealingWeathersealed bodyWeathersealed body
Battery Type Nikon EN-EL3e Pentax D-LI90
Battery Life (CIPA)400 shots per charge760 shots per charge
Body Dimensions 147 x 113 x 74 mm
(5.8 x 4.4 x 2.9 in)
137 x 110 x 86 mm
(5.4 x 4.3 x 3.4 in)
Camera Weight 920 g (32.5 oz) 1010 g (35.6 oz)
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