Canon 60Da vs Nikon D200

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Canon 60Da versus Nikon D200, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the 60Da (18MP) and D200 (10MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing

The 60Da was unveiled 6 years later than the D200 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the 60Da matches up vs the D200 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 60Da & Nikon D200. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 60Da Gallery & Nikon D200 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon 60Da enjoys outer measurements of 145mm x 106mm x 79mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 755 grams (1.66 lbs) and 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).

Check out the Canon 60Da versus Nikon D200 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the 60Da vs the D200.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 60Da and D200 is 59 and 55 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over technical specs. The visual here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 60Da and D200.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Canon 60Da to offer more detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern 60Da provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.