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Nikon D200 vs Nikon D2X

Portability
55
Imaging
48
Features
45
Overall
46
Nikon D200 front
 
Nikon D2X front
Portability
51
Imaging
49
Features
40
Overall
45

Nikon D200 vs Nikon D2X Key Specs

Nikon D200
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 920g - 147 x 113 x 74mm
  • Introduced February 2006
  • Replaced the Nikon D100
  • Updated by Nikon D300
Nikon D2X
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 800 (Push to 3200)
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 1200g - 158 x 150 x 86mm
  • Introduced June 2005
  • Old Model is Nikon D1X
  • Later Model is Nikon D2Xs
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Nikon D200 vs Nikon D2X Overview

Following is a detailed overview of the Nikon D200 vs Nikon D2X, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Pro DSLR and they are both offered by Nikon. The resolution of the D200 (10MP) and the D2X (12MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The D200 was revealed 9 months after the D2X so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon D200 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon D2X being a Large SLR camera.

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the D200 scores against the D2X in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon D200 over the Nikon D2X

 D200 D2X 
IntroducedFebruary 2006June 2005More modern by 9 months

Reasons to pick Nikon D2X over the Nikon D200

 D2X D200 
Display resolution235k230kCrisper display (+5k dot)

Common features in the Nikon D200 and Nikon D2X

 D200 D2X 
Manual focus Dial accurate focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions2.5"2.5"Equal display sizing
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch display Lacking Touch display

Nikon D200 vs Nikon D2X Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D200 provides exterior dimensions of 147mm x 113mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") along with a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) and the Nikon D2X has dimensions of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") having a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).

See the Nikon D200 vs Nikon D2X in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the D200 and the D2X.

Nikon D200 vs Nikon D2X size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the D200 and D2X is 55 and 51 respectively.

Nikon D200 vs Nikon D2X top view buttons comparison

Nikon D200 vs Nikon D2X Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading specifications. The pic underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the D200 and D2X.

To sum up, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon D2X to offer extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively. The fresher D200 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon D200 vs Nikon D2X sensor size comparison

Nikon D200 vs Nikon D2X Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon D200 vs Nikon D2X Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon D200 Portrait photography info
Nikon D2X Portrait photography info
52
has manual focus
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
no liveview feature
low MP (10 megapixels)
53
focusing manually
nice sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
doesn't have liveview
low MP (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Nikon D200
Street photography with Nikon D2X
55
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
environment proof
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
50
nice sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
environment sealing
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
maximum ISO low (800)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon D200 Sports photography info
Nikon D2X Sports photography info
51
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports tracking focus
environment proof
sensor has phase detect AF
no liveview feature
slow frames per second (5.0 fps)
lack of image stabilization
low MP (10 megapixels)
53
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
environment sealing
comes with phase detect autofocus
doesn't have liveview
no image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison

Nikon D200 Travel photography details
Nikon D2X Travel photography details
51
environment proof
has built in flash
low MP (10 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
43
environment sealing
low MP (12 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon D200 Landscape photography highlights
Nikon D2X Landscape photography highlights
52
has manual focus
change lenses (Nikon F mount)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
environment proof
small screen (2.5")
no liveview feature
lack of image stabilization
low MP (10MP)
49
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Nikon F mount)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
environment sealing
small screen (2.5 inches)
doesn't have liveview
no image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
maximum ISO low (800)
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon D200 Vlogging factors
Nikon D2X Vlogging factors
9
can't shoot video
9
can't record video
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Nikon D200 vs Nikon D2X Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon D200 and Nikon D2X
 Nikon D200Nikon D2X
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Nikon
Model type Nikon D200 Nikon D2X
Class Advanced DSLR Pro DSLR
Introduced 2006-02-23 2005-06-01
Physical type Mid-size SLR Large SLR
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.8mm 23.7 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 372.9mm² 372.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Full resolution 3872 x 2592 4288 x 2848
Max native ISO 1600 800
Max boosted ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Lens
Lens support Nikon F Nikon F
Total lenses 309 309
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.5 inch 2.5 inch
Display resolution 230k dots 235k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 95 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.63x 0.57x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 5.0 frames per second 8.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 12.00 m no built-in flash
Flash options Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize 1/250 seconds 1/250 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Max video resolution None None
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 920g (2.03 pounds) 1200g (2.65 pounds)
Physical dimensions 147 x 113 x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") 158 x 150 x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating 64 59
DXO Color Depth rating 22.3 22.1
DXO Dynamic range rating 11.5 10.9
DXO Low light rating 583 476
Other
Battery ID EN-EL3e -
Self timer Yes (2 to 20 sec) Yes (2 to 20 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type Compact Flash (Type I or II) Compact Flash (Type I or II)
Card slots 1 1
Price at launch $999 $5,000