Nikon D7200 vs Sony A700
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Nikon D7200 vs Sony A700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Increase to 102400)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 765g - 136 x 107 x 76mm
- Revealed March 2015
- Replaced the Nikon D7100
- Successor is Nikon D7500
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 768g - 142 x 105 x 80mm
- Launched December 2007
- Older Model is Konica Minolta 7D
- Updated by Sony A77

Nikon D7200 vs Sony A700 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Nikon D7200 versus Sony A700, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the D7200 (24MP) and A700 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

The D7200 was launched 7 years later than the A700 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the D7200 scores vs the A700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon D7200 vs Sony A700 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D7200 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A700. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon D7200 Gallery and Sony A700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D7200 over the Sony A700
D7200 | A700 | |||
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Launched | March 2015 | ![]() | December 2007 | Fresher by 88 months |
Display dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 920k | Crisper display (+309k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A700 over the Nikon D7200
A700 | D7200 |
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Common features in the Nikon D7200 and Sony A700
D7200 | A700 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Nikon D7200 vs Sony A700 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon D7200 comes with outside dimensions 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 Sony A700 has sizing of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") with a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon D7200 versus Sony A700 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the D7200 and the A700.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the D7200 and A700 is 59 and 58 respectively.

Nikon D7200 vs Sony A700 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through specifications. The visual here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the D7200 and A700.
To sum up, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon D7200 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more recent D7200 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.

Nikon D7200 vs Sony A700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon D7200 vs Sony A700 Specifications
Nikon D7200 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon D7200 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2015-03-02 | 2007-12-19 |
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 | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4272 x 2848 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 51 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | 15 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon F | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 309 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,229k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m |
Flash settings | 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, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, rear curtain, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/250s | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 765 gr (1.69 lb) | 768 gr (1.69 lb) |
Dimensions | 136 x 107 x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") | 142 x 105 x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 87 | 66 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.5 | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.6 | 11.9 |
DXO Low light rating | 1333 | 581 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1110 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL15 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (two slots) | Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo |
Card slots | Dual | Dual |
Pricing at release | $1,100 | $1,000 |