Canon 4000D vs Nikon D5200
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Canon 4000D vs Nikon D5200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 12800)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 436g - 129 x 102 x 77mm
- Announced February 2018
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Bump to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 555g - 129 x 98 x 78mm
- Introduced May 2013
- Superseded the Nikon D5100
- Replacement is Nikon D5300

Canon 4000D vs Nikon D5200 Overview
The following is a extended assessment of the Canon 4000D and Nikon D5200, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the 4000D (18MP) and D5200 (24MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

The 4000D was brought out 4 years after the D5200 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the 4000D matches up against the D5200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon 4000D vs Nikon D5200 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 4000D and Nikon D5200. The entire galleries are provided at Canon 4000D Gallery and Nikon D5200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 4000D over the Nikon D5200
4000D | D5200 | |||
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Introduced | February 2018 | ![]() | May 2013 | Newer by 59 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon D5200 over the Canon 4000D
D5200 | 4000D | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Canon 4000D and Nikon D5200
4000D | D5200 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Canon 4000D vs Nikon D5200 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon 4000D has physical dimensions of 129mm x 102mm x 77mm (5.1" x 4.0" x 3.0") along with a weight of 436 grams (0.96 lbs) while the Nikon D5200 has proportions of 129mm x 98mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") and a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs).
Check the Canon 4000D and Nikon D5200 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the 4000D against the D5200.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the 4000D and D5200 is 69 and 66 respectively.

Canon 4000D vs Nikon D5200 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions purely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 4000D and D5200.
Clearly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon D5200 to provide extra detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher 4000D will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Canon 4000D vs Nikon D5200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 4000D vs Nikon D5200 Specifications
Canon EOS 4000D | Nikon D5200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS 4000D | Nikon D5200 |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2018-02-26 | 2013-05-16 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4+ | Expeed 3 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 39 |
Cross focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Amount of lenses | 326 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.52x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 9.20 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/200 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 46 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 436g (0.96 lb) | 555g (1.22 lb) |
Dimensions | 129 x 102 x 77mm (5.1" x 4.0" x 3.0") | 129 x 98 x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 84 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.9 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1284 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 photographs | 500 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL14 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $293 | $595 |