Nikon D7200 vs Nikon D90
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Nikon D7200 vs Nikon D90 Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Later Model is Nikon D7500
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- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- 1280 x 720 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 703g - 132 x 103 x 77mm
- Launched October 2008
- Succeeded the Nikon D80
- New Model is Nikon D7000
Nikon D7200 vs Nikon D90 Overview
The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Nikon D7200 and Nikon D90, both Advanced DSLR cameras and both of them are manufactured by Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the D7200 (24MP) and D90 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (APS-C).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe D7200 was introduced 6 years after the D90 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the D7200 grades vs the D90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon D7200 vs Nikon D90 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D7200 and Nikon D90. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon D7200 Gallery and Nikon D90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D7200 over the Nikon D90
D7200 | D90 | |||
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Launched | March 2015 | October 2008 | Newer by 78 months | |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 1229k | 920k | Clearer screen (+309k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon D90 over the Nikon D7200
D90 | D7200 |
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Common features in the Nikon D7200 and Nikon D90
D7200 | D90 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Nikon D7200 vs Nikon D90 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon D7200 offers exterior measurements of 136mm x 107mm x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") and a weight of 765 grams (1.69 lbs) and the Nikon D90 has proportions of 132mm x 103mm x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") with a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon D7200 and Nikon D90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the D7200 versus the D90.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D7200 and D90 is 59 and 60 respectively.
Nikon D7200 vs Nikon D90 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions purely by viewing a spec sheet. The image below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the D7200 and D90.
As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Nikon D7200 to provide you with extra detail using its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer D7200 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon D7200 vs Nikon D90 Specifications
Nikon D7200 | Nikon D90 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon D7200 | Nikon D90 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2015-03-02 | 2008-10-13 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4288 x 2848 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 102400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 51 | 11 |
Cross focus points | 15 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Available lenses | 309 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,229k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 4.5 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 17.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | 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 | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | 1/200 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps), 320 x 216 (24 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 765 gr (1.69 lbs) | 703 gr (1.55 lbs) |
Dimensions | 136 x 107 x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") | 132 x 103 x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 87 | 73 |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.5 | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.6 | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | 1333 | 977 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1110 pictures | 850 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL15 | EN-EL3e |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (two slots) | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | 2 | One |
Pricing at launch | $1,100 | $1,199 |