Nikon D200 vs Nikon D80
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Nikon D200 vs Nikon D80 Key Specs
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- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 920g - 147 x 113 x 74mm
- Announced February 2006
- Replaced the Nikon D100
- Refreshed by Nikon D300
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Nikon D200 vs Nikon D80 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Nikon D200 versus Nikon D80, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras and both of them are produced by Nikon. The resolution of the D200 (10MP) and the D80 (10MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe D200 was introduced 7 months earlier than the D80 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the D200 matches up versus the D80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon D200 vs Nikon D80 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D200 and Nikon D80. The whole galleries are available at Nikon D200 Gallery and Nikon D80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D200 over the Nikon D80
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Reasons to pick Nikon D80 over the Nikon D200
D80 | D200 | |||
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Introduced | September 2006 | February 2006 | Newer by 7 months |
Common features in the Nikon D200 and Nikon D80
D200 | D80 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.5" | 2.5" | Equivalent screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Nikon D200 vs Nikon D80 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon D200 enjoys physical measurements 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 D80 has measurements of 132mm x 103mm x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 668 grams (1.47 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon D200 versus Nikon D80 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the D200 against the D80.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D200 and D80 is 55 and 62 respectively.
Nikon D200 vs Nikon D80 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at technical specs. The picture underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the D200 and D80.
As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you should expect similar quality of images but you will want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged D200 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Nikon D200 vs Nikon D80 Specifications
Nikon D200 | Nikon D80 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon D200 | Nikon D80 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2006-02-23 | 2006-09-23 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.9mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 3872 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Amount of lenses | 309 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5" | 2.5" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m | 13.00 m |
Flash options | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/250s | 1/200s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 920 grams (2.03 lb) | 668 grams (1.47 lb) |
Dimensions | 147 x 113 x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") | 132 x 103 x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 64 | 61 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.3 | 22.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.5 | 11.2 |
DXO Low light rating | 583 | 524 |
Other | ||
Battery ID | EN-EL3e | EN-EL3e |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $999 | $800 |