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Nikon D200 vs Nikon D300S

Portability
55
Imaging
48
Features
45
Overall
46
Nikon D200 front
 
Nikon D300S front
Portability
55
Imaging
52
Features
65
Overall
57

Nikon D200 vs Nikon D300S Key Specs

Nikon D200
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 920g - 147 x 113 x 74mm
  • Released February 2006
  • Old Model is Nikon D100
  • Replacement is Nikon D300
Nikon D300S
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 938g - 147 x 114 x 74mm
  • Released November 2009
  • Succeeded the Nikon D300
  • Renewed by Nikon D600
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Nikon D200 vs Nikon D300S Overview

The following is a complete assessment of the Nikon D200 vs Nikon D300S, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by Nikon. The image resolution of the D200 (10MP) and the D300S (12MP) is fairly well matched and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The D200 was launched 4 years prior to the D300S which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the D200 grades against the D300S in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon D200 over the Nikon D300S

 D200 D300S 

Reasons to pick Nikon D300S over the Nikon D200

 D300S D200 
ReleasedNovember 2009February 2006Newer by 45 months
Display sizing3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution920k230kSharper display (+690k dot)

Common features in the Nikon D200 and Nikon D300S

 D200 D300S 
Focus manually Very exact focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither has Touch friendly display

Nikon D200 vs Nikon D300S Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon D200 has physical measurements of 147mm x 113mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") having a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) while the Nikon D300S has sizing of 147mm x 114mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 938 grams (2.07 lbs).

Look at the Nikon D200 vs Nikon D300S in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the D200 versus the D300S.

Nikon D200 vs Nikon D300S size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the D200 and D300S is 55 and 55 respectively.

Nikon D200 vs Nikon D300S top view buttons comparison

Nikon D200 vs Nikon D300S Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the D200 and D300S.

Clearly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon D300S to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged D200 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

Nikon D200 vs Nikon D300S sensor size comparison

Nikon D200 vs Nikon D300S Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon D200 vs Nikon D300S Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon D200 Portrait photography information
Nikon D300S Portrait photography information
52
focusing manually
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
doesn't have liveview
low MP (10 megapixels)
63
focusing manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
offers face detection focusing
supports RAW files
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Nikon D200 Street photography information
Nikon D300S Street photography information
55
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
environment proof
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
52
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
environment sealing
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
heavier than average in class (938g)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon D200 Sports photography features
Nikon D300S Sports photography features
51
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports tracking autofocus
environment proof
sensor has phase detect auto focus
doesn't have liveview
continuous shooting slow (5.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
low MP (10MP)
59
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
good sensor size (APS-C)
environment sealing
supports phase detect AF
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
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Travel Comparison

Nikon D200 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon D300S as a Travel photography camera
51
environment proof
flash built-in
low MP (10MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
48
environment sealing
flash built-in
heavier than average in class (938g)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon D200 Landscape photography advice
Nikon D300S Landscape photography advice
52
focusing manually
change lenses (Nikon F mount)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
environment proof
screen is small (2.5 inch)
doesn't have liveview
does not have image stabilization
low MP (10MP)
65
focusing manually
change lenses (Nikon F mount)
nice screen size (3")
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
environment sealing
two card slots
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon D200 Vlogging info
Nikon D300S Vlogging info
9
no video
22
offers face detection focusing
comes with external mic socket
does not have a selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
heavier than average in class (938g)
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Nikon D200 vs Nikon D300S Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon D200 and Nikon D300S
 Nikon D200Nikon D300S
General Information
Brand Nikon Nikon
Model Nikon D200 Nikon D300S
Category Advanced DSLR Advanced DSLR
Released 2006-02-23 2009-11-16
Physical type Mid-size SLR Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Chip - Expeed
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.8mm 23.6 x 15.8mm
Sensor area 372.9mm² 372.9mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 3872 x 2592 4288 x 2848
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 200
RAW pictures
Lowest enhanced ISO - 100
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points - 51
Lens
Lens mounting type Nikon F Nikon F
Amount of lenses 309 309
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.5" 3"
Screen resolution 230k dots 920k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology - Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 95 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.63x 0.63x
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/8000s 1/8000s
Continuous shutter rate 5.0fps 7.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 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
AEB
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/250s 1/250s
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions - 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps)
Maximum video resolution None 1280x720
Video format - Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional Optional
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 920g (2.03 lbs) 938g (2.07 lbs)
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 Overall score 64 70
DXO Color Depth score 22.3 22.5
DXO Dynamic range score 11.5 12.2
DXO Low light score 583 787
Other
Battery life - 950 images
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL3e EN-EL3e
Self timer Yes (2 to 20 sec) Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type Compact Flash (Type I or II) Compact Flash Type I/SD/SDHC
Card slots One Dual
Launch cost $999 $1,630