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Nikon D300 vs Nikon D200
Nikon D300
Camera summary
The Nikon D300, made by Nikon, is a powerful Mid-size SLR camera. Announced on March 12, 2008. This camera has a Max Boosted ISO of 6400. Most modern cameras have higher values of ISO, this camera probably won't have the best performance in low light conditions.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
3.6 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
3.3 out of 5 stars
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| Exposure mode |
3.3 out of 5 stars
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| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
1.2 out of 5 stars
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| Average Score |
3.1 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Nikon D200, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Nikon D200
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Nikon D300S, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Nikon D300S
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 12 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 51 focus points. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 1000 shots per charge with the included EN-EL3e battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
This camera offers a robust battery life that the medium value of all cameras. Feel free to take pictures freely, without having too worry too much about battery life.
Environmental sealing
This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage.
Other features
This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.
Nikon D200
Camera summary
The Nikon D200, made by Nikon, is a powerful Mid-size SLR camera. Announced on Feb. 23, 2006. This camera has a Max Boosted ISO of 3200. Most modern cameras have higher values of ISO, this camera probably won't have the best performance in low light conditions.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
3.2 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
1.7 out of 5 stars
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| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
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| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
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| Physical |
0.3 out of 5 stars
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| Average Score |
2.4 out of 5 stars
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Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Nikon D100, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Nikon D100
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Nikon D300, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Nikon D300
Sensor
This camera has a CCD sensor with a 10 Megapixels resolution.
Connectivity
Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Environmental sealing
This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage.
Other features
This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.
Autofocus specs |
Nikon D300 | Nikon D200 |
|---|---|---|
| Af center | No |
Yes |
| Af continuous | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Contrast Detection | Yes |
No |
| Af Face detection | No |
No |
| Af live view | Yes |
No |
| Af multi area | Yes |
Yes |
| Af phase detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af selective | Yes |
Yes |
| Af single | Yes |
Yes |
| Af touch | No |
No |
| Af tracking | Yes |
Yes |
| Number of cross focus points | - | - |
| Number of focus points | 51 | - |
Connectivity |
Nikon D300 | Nikon D200 |
| HDMI | Yes |
No |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | - | - |
| DXO color depth | 22.1 | 22.3 |
| DXO dynamic range | 12.0 | 11.5 |
| DXO low light ISO | 679.0 | 583.0 |
| DXO overall score | 67.0 | 64.0 |
Exposure mode |
Nikon D300 | Nikon D200 |
| AF area | No |
No |
| average | Yes |
Yes |
| Center weighted | Yes |
No |
| Multi segment | Yes |
Yes |
| partial | No |
No |
| spot | Yes |
Yes |
General |
Nikon D300 | Nikon D200 |
| AKA | - | - |
| announced | March 12, 2008 | Feb. 23, 2006 |
| Body type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
| brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| msrp | $1,099.95 | $79.95 |
| model | Nikon D300 | Nikon D200 |
| Predecessor model | Nikon D200 | Nikon D100 |
| Successor model | Nikon D300S | Nikon D300 |
Lense |
Nikon D300 | Nikon D200 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5x | 1.5x |
| Lens mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Manual focus | Yes |
Yes |
| Macro focus range | - | - |
| Number of lenses | 316 | 316 |
Other features |
Nikon D300 | Nikon D200 |
| GPS | Optional | Optional |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
| Timelapse recording | No |
No |
Photography features |
Nikon D300 | Nikon D200 |
| AE bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
| Aperture priority | Yes |
Yes |
| Built-in flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
Yes |
| Exposure compensation | Yes |
Yes |
| External flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow |
| Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m |
| Image stabilization | No |
No |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 6.0 fps | 5.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 | 30 |
| Shutter priority | Yes |
Yes |
| WB bracketing | Yes |
No |
Physical |
Nikon D300 | Nikon D200 |
| Battery life | 1000 shots | 0 shots |
| Battery model | EN-EL3e | EN-EL3e |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
No |
| Dust proof | No |
No |
| Environmental sealing | Yes |
Yes |
| Freeze proof | No |
No |
| Physical dimensions | 147 x 114 x 74mm | 147 x 113 x 74mm |
| Shock proof | No |
No |
| Water proof | No |
No |
| Weight | 925 grs | 920 grs |
Screen |
Nikon D300 | Nikon D200 |
| Live view | Yes |
No |
| Screen resolution | 922 | 230 |
| Screen size | - | - |
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Touch screen | No |
No |
Sensor |
Nikon D300 | Nikon D200 |
| Max boosted ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Max image resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 3872 x 2592 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
| Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW support | Yes |
Yes |
| Sensor area | - | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.8 mm | 23.6 x 15.8 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 12 | 10 |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Headphone port |
Nikon D300 | Nikon D200 |
| Headphone port | No |
No |
| Max video resolution | - | - |
| Microphone port | No |
No |
| Video formats | - | - |
| Video resolutions | - | - |
Viewfinder |
Nikon D300 | Nikon D200 |
| viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| viewfinder coverage | - | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - | - |
| viewfinder resolution | no electronic viewfinder | no electronic viewfinder |