Canon 50D vs Nikon D200
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![Canon EOS 50D front Canon EOS 50D front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon-EOS-50D-ek-fs.jpg)
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Canon 50D vs Nikon D200 Key Specs
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- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 920g - 147 x 113 x 74mm
- Launched February 2006
- Previous Model is Nikon D100
- Newer Model is Nikon D300
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Canon 50D vs Nikon D200 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon 50D versus Nikon D200, both Advanced DSLR cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the 50D (15MP) and D200 (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
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The 50D was brought out 2 years after the D200 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the 50D scores vs the D200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon 50D vs Nikon D200 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 50D & Nikon D200. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 50D Gallery & Nikon D200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 50D over the Nikon D200
50D | D200 | |||
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Launched | October 2008 | ![]() | February 2006 | Newer by 33 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon D200 over the Canon 50D
D200 | 50D |
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Common features in the Canon 50D and Nikon D200
50D | D200 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Canon 50D vs Nikon D200 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Canon 50D comes with physical measurements of 146mm x 108mm x 74mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.9") with a weight of 822 grams (1.81 lbs) while the Nikon D200 has measurements of 147mm x 113mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") with a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs).
Examine the Canon 50D versus Nikon D200 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the 50D against the D200.
![Canon 50D vs Nikon D200 size comparison Canon 50D vs Nikon D200 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-50D-vs-Nikon-D200-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 50D and D200 is 57 and 55 respectively.
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Canon 50D vs Nikon D200 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specifications. The image underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 50D and D200.
Plainly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Canon 50D to render more detail having its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer 50D will have an advantage in sensor tech.
![Canon 50D vs Nikon D200 sensor size comparison Canon 50D vs Nikon D200 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-50D-vs-Nikon-D200-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon 50D vs Nikon D200 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon 50D vs Nikon D200 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon 50D vs Nikon D200 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-50D-vs-Nikon-D200-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon 50D vs Nikon D200 Specifications
Canon EOS 50D | Nikon D200 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS 50D | Nikon D200 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2008-10-30 | 2006-02-23 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4752 x 3168 | 3872 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Number of lenses | 326 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 920k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT liquid-crystal color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.3fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 13.00 m (ISO 100) | 12.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Highest video resolution | None | None |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 822 gr (1.81 lb) | 920 gr (2.03 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 146 x 108 x 74mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.9") | 147 x 113 x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 63 | 64 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.8 | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.4 | 11.5 |
DXO Low light score | 696 | 583 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 800 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BP-511A | EN-EL3e |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $996 | $999 |