Canon 20Da vs Nikon D200
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Canon 20Da vs Nikon D200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 8MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 770g - 144 x 106 x 72mm
- Launched June 2005
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 920g - 147 x 113 x 74mm
- Launched February 2006
- Old Model is Nikon D100
- Newer Model is Nikon D300

Canon 20Da vs Nikon D200 Overview
In this article, we are analyzing the Canon 20Da vs Nikon D200, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the 20Da (8MP) and the D200 (10MP) is fairly comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

The 20Da was unveiled 8 months before the D200 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the 20Da matches up against the D200 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon 20Da vs Nikon D200 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 20Da and Nikon D200. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 20Da Gallery and Nikon D200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 20Da over the Nikon D200
20Da | D200 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon D200 over the Canon 20Da
D200 | 20Da | |||
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Launched | February 2006 | ![]() | June 2005 | More modern by 8 months |
Display sizing | 2.5" | ![]() | 1.8" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 118k | Crisper display (+112k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 20Da and Nikon D200
20Da | D200 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Canon 20Da vs Nikon D200 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera, you should think about its weight and size. The Canon 20Da offers external dimensions of 144mm x 106mm x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) and the Nikon D200 has specifications of 147mm x 113mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") with a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs).
Check out the Canon 20Da vs Nikon D200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the 20Da and the D200.

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

Canon 20Da vs Nikon D200 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by checking out technical specs. The image here might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 20Da and D200.
As you can tell, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon D200 to produce more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged 20Da will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon 20Da vs Nikon D200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 20Da vs Nikon D200 Specifications
Canon EOS 20Da | Nikon D200 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon EOS 20Da | Nikon D200 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2005-06-01 | 2006-02-23 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 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 resolution | 3504 x 2336 | 3872 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Amount of lenses | 326 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 1.8 inch | 2.5 inch |
Display resolution | 118k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.56x | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (ISO 100) | 12.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Highest video resolution | None | None |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 770g (1.70 lbs) | 920g (2.03 lbs) |
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 All around rating | not tested | 64 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 583 |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | EN-EL3e |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $1,499 | $999 |