Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography vs Nikon D200
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography and Nikon D200. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon D200 is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.
Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography were released 2012 and Nikon D200 was released 2005. That is a 7 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography | 2012 |
Nikon D200 | 2005 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D200 has a "Nikon DX"-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 ** |
Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
Nikon D200 | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
** 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 (Canon)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)
Resolution
Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography has a 18 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D200 has 10 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography |
18 MP
17915904 pixels 5184 x 3456 |
Nikon D200 |
10 MP
10036224 pixels 3872 x 2592 |
Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography has a 79 % larger resolution than Nikon D200. 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
Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D200. Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Nikon D200 has 100 to 1600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography | 100-51200 |
Nikon D200 | 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 Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D200
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography can shoot up to 5,3 pictures per seconds and Nikon D200 can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography | 5,3 |
Nikon D200 | 5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
When comparing these two cameras there is only one of them that can shoot movies and that is Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography. Unfortunately Nikon D200 does not support recording movies and movie clips.
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 22% heavier than Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography and its 755 gr (or 1.66 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography | 755 gr 1.66 lb |
Nikon D200 | 920 gr 2.03 lb |
Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography vs Nikon D200 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography and Nikon D200, 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 |
Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography |
Nikon D200 |
Name | Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography | Nikon D200 |
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography |
Nikon D200 |
Release Year | 2012 | 2005 |
Release Date | 2012-04-07 | 2005-11-01 |
MSRP | 1499 USD | 1599 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography |
Nikon D200 |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography |
Nikon D200 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX" |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CCD |
Resolution | 5184 x 3456 pixels | 3872 x 2592 pixels |
Megapixels | 18 MP | 10 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 4 | Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration) |
Image |
Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography |
Nikon D200 |
ISO Range | 100 - 51200 | 100 - 1600 |
White Balance Presets | 8 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography |
Nikon D200 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Focus Points | 9 | 11 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
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 |
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 |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography |
Nikon D200 |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Fixed |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 230000 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | Clear View TFT color LCD | N/A |
Live view | Yes | No |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 96% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.95× (0.59× 35mm equiv.) | 0.94× (0.63× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography |
Nikon D200 |
Frames per second | 5,3 fps | 5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 13 meters | 12 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography |
Nikon D200 |
Video recording | Yes | No |
Video format |
H.264 |
N/A |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
N/A |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | No |
Storage |
Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography |
Nikon D200 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography |
Nikon D200 |
HDMI Output | Yes | No |
Microphone Port | Yes | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
No |
Remote Control | Yes (Optional) | Yes (Optional) |
GPS | No |
Yes Optional |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS 60D Astrophotography |
Nikon D200 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Lithium-Ion LP-E6 rechargeable battery & charger
|
Nikon EN-EL3e Lithium-Ion battery
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 1100 shots | 400 shots |
Width | 145 mm | 147 mm |
Height | 106 mm | 113 mm |
Depth | 79 mm | 74 mm |
Weight | 755 gram | 920 gram |