Nikon D200 vs Nikon D70

Here is a thorough review of the Nikon D200 versus Nikon D70, both Advanced DSLR cameras and both of them are created by Nikon. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the D200 (10MP) and D70 (6MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The D200 was brought out 23 months later than the D70 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the D200 scores against the D70 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D200 and Nikon D70. The entire galleries are available at Nikon D200 Gallery and Nikon D70 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D200 enjoys outside dimensions of 147mm x 113mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") and a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) while the Nikon D70 has dimensions of 140mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of 679 grams (1.50 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the D200 against the D70.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the D200 and D70 is 55 and 61 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out specifications. The photograph here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the D200 and D70.

To sum up, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon D200 to show greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent D200 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.