Canon 7D vs Nikon D200
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Canon 7D vs Nikon D200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Expand to 12800)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 860g - 148 x 111 x 74mm
- Released November 2009
- Refreshed by Canon 7D MII
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 920g - 147 x 113 x 74mm
- Released February 2006
- Earlier Model is Nikon D100
- Later Model is Nikon D300

Canon 7D vs Nikon D200 Overview
Below is a complete analysis of the Canon 7D versus Nikon D200, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the 7D (18MP) and D200 (10MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (APS-C).

The 7D was launched 3 years later than the D200 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the 7D scores vs the D200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon 7D vs Nikon D200 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 7D & Nikon D200. The complete galleries are available at Canon 7D Gallery & Nikon D200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 7D over the Nikon D200
7D | D200 | |||
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Released | November 2009 | ![]() | February 2006 | More recent by 46 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon D200 over the Canon 7D
D200 | 7D |
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Common features in the Canon 7D and Nikon D200
7D | D200 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Canon 7D vs Nikon D200 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon 7D features outer dimensions of 148mm x 111mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 860 grams (1.90 lbs) while the Nikon D200 has proportions of 147mm x 113mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") along with a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs).
Examine the Canon 7D versus Nikon D200 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the 7D versus the D200.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 7D and D200 is 56 and 55 respectively.

Canon 7D vs Nikon D200 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements simply by checking specifications. The photograph here may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 7D and D200.
To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Canon 7D to give more detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent 7D should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon 7D vs Nikon D200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 7D vs Nikon D200 Specifications
Canon EOS 7D | Nikon D200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon EOS 7D | Nikon D200 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2009-11-06 | 2006-02-23 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Dual Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 19 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Total lenses | 326 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 920k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD, liquid-crystal monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m | 12.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250 secs | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 860 grams (1.90 lb) | 920 grams (2.03 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 148 x 111 x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") | 147 x 113 x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 66 | 64 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.0 | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.7 | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | 854 | 583 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 800 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LP-E6 | EN-EL3e |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA, Microdrive cards | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $1,050 | $999 |