Nikon D5600 vs Nikon D7200
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66 Features
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Nikon D5600 vs Nikon D7200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 465g - 124 x 97 x 70mm
- Introduced November 2016
- Older Model is Nikon D5500
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise to 102400)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 765g - 136 x 107 x 76mm
- Launched March 2015
- Succeeded the Nikon D7100
- Replacement is Nikon D7500

Nikon D5600 vs Nikon D7200 Overview
Following is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon D5600 versus Nikon D7200, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Advanced DSLR and both of them are produced by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the D5600 (24MP) and the D7200 (24MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (APS-C).

The D5600 was revealed 21 months after the D7200 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D5600 being a Compact SLR camera and the Nikon D7200 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the D5600 grades versus the D7200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon D5600 vs Nikon D7200 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D5600 and Nikon D7200. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon D5600 Gallery and Nikon D7200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D5600 over the Nikon D7200
D5600 | D7200 | |||
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Launched | November 2016 | ![]() | March 2015 | More modern by 21 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon D7200 over the Nikon D5600
D7200 | D5600 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 1037k | Sharper screen (+192k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D5600 and Nikon D7200
D5600 | D7200 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3.2" | Same screen size |
Nikon D5600 vs Nikon D7200 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon D5600 has exterior measurements of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs) and the Nikon D7200 has measurements of 136mm x 107mm x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") along with a weight of 765 grams (1.69 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon D5600 versus Nikon D7200 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the D5600 vs the D7200.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D5600 and D7200 is 70 and 59 respectively.

Nikon D5600 vs Nikon D7200 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing specifications. The pic here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the D5600 and D7200.
Plainly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you would want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern D5600 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Nikon D5600 vs Nikon D7200 Specifications
Nikon D5600 | Nikon D7200 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon D5600 | Nikon D7200 |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2016-11-10 | 2015-03-02 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 4 | Expeed 4 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 39 | 51 |
Cross type focus points | 9 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Total lenses | 309 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2 inches | 3.2 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,037 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | 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 |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/200 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 465 grams (1.03 lb) | 765 grams (1.69 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 97 x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") | 136 x 107 x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 84 | 87 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.1 | 24.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.0 | 14.6 |
DXO Low light rating | 1306 | 1333 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 820 photos | 1110 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL14 | EN-EL15 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC (two slots) |
Storage slots | Single | Dual |
Cost at launch | $597 | $1,100 |