Nikon D200 vs Panasonic GH2

Below, we will be analyzing the Nikon D200 versus Panasonic GH2, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the D200 (10MP) and GH2 (16MP) and the D200 (APS-C) and GH2 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor measurements.

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The D200 was unveiled 6 years earlier than the GH2 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon D200 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the D200 scores vs the GH2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2. The full galleries are available at Nikon D200 Gallery & Panasonic GH2 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D200 comes with outer measurements of 147mm x 113mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") with a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH2 has dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs).

Compare the Nikon D200 versus Panasonic GH2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the D200 and the GH2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the D200 and GH2 is 55 and 70 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specs. The graphic here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the D200 and GH2.

All in all, the two cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The D200 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic GH2 will offer you more detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older D200 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.