Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D200
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Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 17MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1565g - 156 x 158 x 80mm
- Launched October 2005
- Replaced the Canon 1Ds
- Replacement is Canon 1Ds MIII
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 920g - 147 x 113 x 74mm
- Released February 2006
- Superseded the Nikon D100
- Replacement is Nikon D300

Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D200 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D200, one is a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the 1Ds MII (17MP) and D200 (10MP) and the 1Ds MII (Full frame) and D200 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

The 1Ds MII was brought out 4 months before the D200 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon 1Ds MII being a Large SLR camera and the Nikon D200 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the 1Ds MII matches up vs the D200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D200 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II and Nikon D200. The entire galleries are available at Canon 1Ds MII Gallery and Nikon D200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1Ds MII over the Nikon D200
1Ds MII | D200 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon D200 over the Canon 1Ds MII
D200 | 1Ds MII | |||
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Screen dimensions | 2.5" | ![]() | 2" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Canon 1Ds MII and Nikon D200
1Ds MII | D200 | |||
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Released | October 2005 | ![]() | February 2006 | Similar generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D200 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Canon 1Ds MII features external measurements of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") along with a weight of 1565 grams (3.45 lbs) whilst the Nikon D200 has specifications of 147mm x 113mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") having a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs).
Look at the Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D200 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the 1Ds MII vs the D200.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 1Ds MII and D200 is 50 and 55 respectively.

Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D200 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by checking specs. The image underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 1Ds MII and D200.
All in all, each of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1Ds MII due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon 1Ds MII will give you greater detail having its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively.

Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D200 Specifications
Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II | Nikon D200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II | Nikon D200 |
Category | Pro DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2005-10-11 | 2006-02-23 |
Body design | Large SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 17 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4992 x 3328 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 45 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF | Nikon F |
Amount of lenses | 250 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m |
Flash modes | External | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1565g (3.45 lb) | 920g (2.03 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 156 x 158 x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") | 147 x 113 x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 74 | 64 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.3 | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.3 | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | 1480 | 583 |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | EN-EL3e |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II), SD card | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Storage slots | Two | Single |
Price at release | $12,000 | $999 |