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Canon 20D vs Nikon D200

Portability
59
Imaging
46
Features
39
Overall
43
Canon EOS 20D front
 
Nikon D200 front
Portability
55
Imaging
48
Features
45
Overall
46

Canon 20D vs Nikon D200 Key Specs

Canon 20D
(Full Review)
  • 8MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 1.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • No Video
  • Canon EF/EF-S Mount
  • 770g - 144 x 106 x 72mm
  • Revealed November 2004
  • Succeeded the Canon 10D
  • Refreshed by Canon 30D
Nikon D200
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 920g - 147 x 113 x 74mm
  • Introduced February 2006
  • Old Model is Nikon D100
  • Later Model is Nikon D300
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Canon 20D vs Nikon D200 Overview

On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon 20D vs Nikon D200, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the 20D (8MP) and the D200 (10MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The 20D was launched 15 months earlier than the D200 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the 20D matches up against the D200 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon 20D over the Nikon D200

 20D D200 

Reasons to pick Nikon D200 over the Canon 20D

 D200 20D 
IntroducedFebruary 2006November 2004More modern by 15 months
Screen dimensions2.5"1.8"Bigger screen (+0.7")
Screen resolution230k118kClearer screen (+112k dot)

Common features in the Canon 20D and Nikon D200

 20D D200 
Manually focus Very precise focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Neither includes Touch screen

Canon 20D vs Nikon D200 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon 20D features exterior measurements of 144mm x 106mm x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) while the Nikon D200 has dimensions of 147mm x 113mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") and a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 20D vs Nikon D200 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the 20D vs the D200.

Canon 20D vs Nikon D200 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the 20D and D200 is 59 and 55 respectively.

Canon 20D vs Nikon D200 top view buttons comparison

Canon 20D vs Nikon D200 Sensor Comparison

Often, its hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The picture underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 20D and D200.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon D200 to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged 20D will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon 20D vs Nikon D200 sensor size comparison

Canon 20D vs Nikon D200 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon 20D vs Nikon D200 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Canon 20D
Portrait photography with Nikon D200
47
has manual focus
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
does not have liveview
lack of manual exposure
low resolution (8 megapixels)
52
focusing manually
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
no liveview feature
low MP (10 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Canon 20D as a Street photography camera
Nikon D200 as a Street photography camera
53
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
55
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
environment proofing
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Canon 20D as a Sports photography camera
Nikon D200 as a Sports photography camera
44
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
has phase detect auto focus
does not have liveview
continuous shooting slow (5.0 fps)
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (8 megapixels)
51
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports tracking focus
environment proofing
supports phase detect AF
no liveview feature
max frames per second low (5.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
low MP (10 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison

Canon 20D Travel photography highlights
Nikon D200 Travel photography highlights
46
flash built-in
low resolution (8MP)
does not posses selfie friendly display
51
environment proofing
has built in flash
low MP (10MP)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon 20D
Landscape photography with Nikon D200
46
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Canon EF/EF-S mount)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
small screen (1.8")
does not have liveview
lack of manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (8MP)
52
focusing manually
switch lenses (Nikon F mount)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
environment proofing
small screen (2.5 inch)
no liveview feature
does not have image stabilization
low MP (10MP)
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon 20D
Vlogging with Nikon D200
9
no video
9
lack of video recording
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Canon 20D vs Nikon D200 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon 20D and Nikon D200
 Canon EOS 20DNikon D200
General Information
Company Canon Nikon
Model type Canon EOS 20D Nikon D200
Category Advanced DSLR Advanced DSLR
Revealed 2004-11-03 2006-02-23
Body design Mid-size SLR Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 22.5 x 15mm 23.6 x 15.8mm
Sensor surface area 337.5mm² 372.9mm²
Sensor resolution 8MP 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 3504 x 2336 3872 x 2592
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens support Canon EF/EF-S Nikon F
Total lenses 326 309
Focal length multiplier 1.6 1.5
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 1.8" 2.5"
Resolution of display 118k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 95 percent 95 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.56x 0.63x
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/8000s 1/8000s
Continuous shutter speed 5.0 frames per sec 5.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 12.00 m (ISO 100) 12.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Max flash sync - 1/250s
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Maximum video resolution None None
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 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 770 gr (1.70 lbs) 920 gr (2.03 lbs)
Physical dimensions 144 x 106 x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") 147 x 113 x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating 62 64
DXO Color Depth rating 21.9 22.3
DXO Dynamic range rating 11.0 11.5
DXO Low light rating 721 583
Other
Battery ID - EN-EL3e
Self timer Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) Yes (2 to 20 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media Compact Flash (Type I or II) Compact Flash (Type I or II)
Storage slots One One
Price at release $1,300 $999