Nikon D200 vs Nikon D300
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Nikon D200 vs Nikon D300 Key Specs
(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
- Released February 2006
- Succeeded the Nikon D100
- Refreshed by Nikon D300
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 925g - 147 x 114 x 74mm
- Introduced March 2008
- Older Model is Nikon D200
- Refreshed by Nikon D300S
Nikon D200 vs Nikon D300 Overview
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).
Photography GlossaryThe 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.
Nikon D200 vs Nikon D300 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Nikon D200 over the Nikon D300
D200 | D300 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon D300 over the Nikon D200
D300 | D200 | |||
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Introduced | March 2008 | February 2006 | Fresher by 24 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D200 and Nikon D300
D200 | D300 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither contains Touch display |
Nikon D200 vs Nikon D300 Physical Comparison
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).
Examine the Nikon D200 and Nikon D300 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Nikon D200 vs Nikon D300 Sensor Comparison
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.
Nikon D200 vs Nikon D300 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon D200 vs Nikon D300 Specifications
Nikon D200 | Nikon D300 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon D200 | Nikon D300 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2006-02-23 | 2008-03-12 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.9mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4288 x 2848 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 51 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Available lenses | 309 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Microphone 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 | 920g (2.03 lbs) | 925g (2.04 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 147 x 113 x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") | 147 x 114 x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 64 | 67 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.3 | 22.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.5 | 12.0 |
DXO Low light rating | 583 | 679 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 1000 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL3e | EN-EL3e |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $999 | $1,100 |