Nikon D5 vs Nikon D7200
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Nikon D5 vs Nikon D7200 Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 765g - 136 x 107 x 76mm
- Introduced March 2015
- Previous Model is Nikon D7100
- New Model is Nikon D7500

Nikon D5 vs Nikon D7200 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Nikon D5 and Nikon D7200, one is a Pro DSLR and the other is a Advanced DSLR and both are created by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the D5 (21MP) and the D7200 (24MP) is very close but the D5 (Full frame) and D7200 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.

The D5 was manufactured 11 months after the D7200 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon D5 being a Large SLR camera and the Nikon D7200 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the D5 grades versus the D7200 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon D5 vs Nikon D7200 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D5 and Nikon D7200. The entire galleries are available at Nikon D5 Gallery and Nikon D7200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D5 over the Nikon D7200
D5 | D7200 | |||
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Introduced | January 2016 | ![]() | March 2015 | Newer by 11 months |
Display resolution | 2359k | ![]() | 1229k | Crisper display (+1130k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon D7200 over the Nikon D5
D7200 | D5 |
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Common features in the Nikon D5 and Nikon D7200
D5 | D7200 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3.2" | Identical display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Nikon D5 vs Nikon D7200 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D5 provides outer dimensions of 160mm x 158.5mm x 92mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs) and the Nikon D7200 has dimensions of 136mm x 107mm x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") and a weight of 765 grams (1.69 lbs).
Check the Nikon D5 and Nikon D7200 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the D5 versus the D7200.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D5 and D7200 is 50 and 59 respectively.

Nikon D5 vs Nikon D7200 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specifications. The image below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the D5 and D7200.
Plainly, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The D5 due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon D7200 will render extra detail due to its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more recent D5 will have an edge in sensor tech.

Nikon D5 vs Nikon D7200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon D5 vs Nikon D7200 Specifications
Nikon D5 | Nikon D7200 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon D5 | Nikon D7200 |
Type | Pro DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2016-01-05 | 2015-03-02 |
Physical type | Large SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 5 | Expeed 4 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 35.8 x 23.9mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 855.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5588 x 3712 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 102400 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3280000 | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 153 | 51 |
Cross type focus points | 99 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Total lenses | 309 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.2" | 3.2" |
Display resolution | 2,359k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.72x | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, auto FP high-speed sync, auto w/redeye reduction, fill flash, rear-curtain sync, rear-curtain w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, slow sync, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4K (UHD) 30p/25p/24p, 1080/60p/50p/30p/25p/24p, 720/60p/50p | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1415 gr (3.12 pounds) | 765 gr (1.69 pounds) |
Dimensions | 160 x 158.5 x 92mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") | 136 x 107 x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 88 | 87 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 25.1 | 24.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.3 | 14.6 |
DXO Low light rating | 2434 | 1333 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 3780 photos | 1110 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL18a | EN-EL15 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Dual CompactFlash or dual XQD | SD/SDHC/SDXC (two slots) |
Card slots | Two | Two |
Retail price | $6,500 | $1,100 |