Nikon D200 vs Canon EOS Kiss Digital N
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D200 and Canon EOS Kiss Digital N. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Nikon D200 is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS Kiss Digital N is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.
These two camera models were both released 2005.Camera | Released |
Nikon D200 | 2005 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N | 2005 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Nikon D200 has a "Nikon DX"-sensor while Canon EOS Kiss Digital N has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Nikon D200 | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Resolution
Nikon D200 has a 10 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS Kiss Digital N has 8 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Nikon D200 |
10 MP
10036224 pixels 3872 x 2592 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
8 MP
7962624 pixels 3456 x 2304 |
Nikon D200 has a 26 % larger resolution than Canon EOS Kiss Digital N. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Both of these cameras offer the exact same ISO range. They both have 100 to 1600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Nikon D200 | 100-1600 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N | 100-1600 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D200
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Kiss Digital N
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon D200 can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS Kiss Digital N can shoot up to 2,8 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Nikon D200 | 5 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N | 2,8 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
Though, neither Nikon D200 or Canon EOS Kiss Digital N can shoot movies so if that is a functionality that you are really looking for you should look elsewhere.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Nikon D200 weighs 920 gr (equal to 2.03 lb) which is 70% heavier than Canon EOS Kiss Digital N and its 540 gr (or 1.19 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Nikon D200 | 920 gr 2.03 lb |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N | 540 gr 1.19 lb |
Nikon D200 vs Canon EOS Kiss Digital N Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D200 and Canon EOS Kiss Digital N, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Nikon D200 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Name | Nikon D200 | Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon D200 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Release Year | 2005 | 2005 |
Release Date | 2005-11-01 | 2005-02-17 |
MSRP | 1599 USD | 899 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon D200 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Nikon D200 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Sensor Size |
APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX" |
APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Sensor Type | CCD | CMOS |
Resolution | 3872 x 2592 pixels | 3456 x 2304 pixels |
Megapixels | 10 MP | 8 MP |
Image Processor | Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration) | DIGIC 2 |
Image |
Nikon D200 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
ISO Range | 100 - 1600 | 100 - 1600 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Nikon D200 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Focus Points | 11 | 7 |
Lens Mount |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
DX / APS-C (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Nikon D200 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fixed |
Screen size | 3” | 1.8” |
Screen dots | 230000 | 115000 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | N/A | N/A |
Live view | No | No |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.94× (0.63× 35mm equiv.) | 0.8× (0.5× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Nikon D200 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Frames per second | 5 fps | 2,8 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 12 meters | 12 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon D200 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Video recording | No | No |
Video format | N/A | N/A |
Video resolution | N/A | N/A |
Built-in Microphone | No | No |
Built-in Speakers | No | No |
Storage |
Nikon D200 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash |
Compact Flash |
Connectivity |
Nikon D200 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
HDMI Output | No | No |
Microphone Port | No | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless | No | No |
Remote Control | Yes (Optional) | Yes (E3 connector, InfraRed) |
GPS |
Yes Optional |
No |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon D200 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Nikon EN-EL3e Lithium-Ion battery
|
NB-2LH / NB-2L
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 400 shots | 400 shots |
Width | 147 mm | 127 mm |
Height | 113 mm | 94 mm |
Depth | 74 mm | 64 mm |
Weight | 920 gram | 540 gram |