Nikon D200 vs Nikon D300

Let's look closer at the Nikon D200 and Nikon D300, both Advanced DSLR cameras and they are both sold by Nikon. The image resolution of the D200 (10MP) and the D300 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The D200 was brought out 24 months before the D300 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the D200 scores versus the D300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D200 and Nikon D300. The entire galleries are available at Nikon D200 Gallery and Nikon D300 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon D200 has got outside dimensions of 147mm x 113mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") having a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) whilst the Nikon D300 has sizing of 147mm x 114mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 925 grams (2.04 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the D200 versus the D300.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the D200 and D300 is 55 and 55 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing technical specs. The graphic here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the D200 and D300.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon D300 to show greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older D200 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.