Canon EOS M3 vs Nikon D200
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS M3 and Nikon D200. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS M3 is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon D200 is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.
Canon EOS M3 were released 2015 and Nikon D200 was released 2005. That is a 10 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS M3 | 2015 |
Nikon D200 | 2005 |
Type of camera
Canon EOS M3 is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D200 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS M3 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 M3 | 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 M3 has a 24 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 M3 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Nikon D200 |
10 MP
10036224 pixels 3872 x 2592 |
Canon EOS M3 has a 139 % 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 M3 has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D200. Canon EOS M3 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Nikon D200 has 100 to 1600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS M3 | 100-12800 |
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.
Worth mentioning is that Canon EOS M3 belongs to the Canon EOS M-system and needs an adapter to work with Canons EF, EF-S, MP-E, and TS-E lenses. You can read more about this adapter here:
Canon Lens Mount Adapter EF-EOS M
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS M3
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 M3 can shoot up to 4,2 pictures per seconds and Nikon D200 can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS M3 | 4,2 |
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 M3. 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 151% heavier than Canon EOS M3 and its 366 gr (or 0.81 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS M3 | 366 gr 0.81 lb |
Nikon D200 | 920 gr 2.03 lb |
Canon EOS M3 vs Nikon D200 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS M3 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 M3 |
Nikon D200 |
Name | Canon EOS M3 | Nikon D200 |
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS M3 |
Nikon D200 |
Release Year | 2015 | 2005 |
Release Date | 2015-02-06 | 2005-11-01 |
MSRP | 679 USD | 1599 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS M3 |
Nikon D200 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Canon EOS M3 |
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 | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 3872 x 2592 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 10 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 6 | Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration) |
Image |
Canon EOS M3 |
Nikon D200 |
ISO Range | 100 - 12800 | 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 |
Canon EOS M3 |
Nikon D200 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Focus Points | 49 | 11 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF-M 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 M3 |
Nikon D200 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fixed |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 230000 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | ClearView II TFT-LCD | N/A |
Live view | Yes | No |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic (Optional via Canon EVF-DC2) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.94× (0.63× 35mm equiv.) | |
Viewfinder Resolution | 0 | N/A |
Photography features |
Canon EOS M3 |
Nikon D200 |
Frames per second | 4,2 fps | 5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 0 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/0 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 5 meters | 12 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS M3 |
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 M3 |
Nikon D200 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS M3 |
Nikon D200 |
HDMI Output | Yes | No |
Microphone Port | Yes | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n with NFC) |
No |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone) | Yes (Optional) |
GPS | No |
Yes Optional |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS M3 |
Nikon D200 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
LP-E17 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Nikon EN-EL3e Lithium-Ion battery
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 250 shots | 400 shots |
Width | 111 mm | 147 mm |
Height | 68 mm | 113 mm |
Depth | 44 mm | 74 mm |
Weight | 366 gram | 920 gram |