Nikon Z6 vs Nikon D7200
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon Z6 and Nikon D7200. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Nikon.
Nikon Z6 were released 2018 and Nikon D7200 was released 2015. That is a 3 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Nikon Z6 | 2018 |
Nikon D7200 | 2015 |
Type of camera
Nikon Z6 is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D7200 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Nikon Z6 has a "Nikon FX"-sensor while Nikon D7200 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 ** |
Nikon Z6 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Nikon D7200 | 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 (Nikon)
Resolution
Nikon Z6 has a 25 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D7200 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Nikon Z6 |
25 MP
24337152 pixels 6048 x 4024 |
Nikon D7200 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Nikon Z6 has a 1 % larger resolution than Nikon D7200. 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
Nikon Z6 has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D7200. Nikon Z6 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Nikon D7200 has 100 to 25600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Nikon Z6 | 100-51200 |
Nikon D7200 | 100-25600 |
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 Z6
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D7200
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon Z6 can shoot up to 12 pictures per seconds and Nikon D7200 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Nikon Z6 | 12 |
Nikon D7200 | 6 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Nikon Z6 and Nikon D7200 can shoot movies.
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.
These two cameras weigh exactly the same so there is no difference there. Please see the details below.
Camera | Weight |
Nikon Z6 | 675 gr 1.49 lb |
Nikon D7200 | 675 gr 1.49 lb |
Nikon Z6 vs Nikon D7200 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon Z6 and Nikon D7200, 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 Z6 |
Nikon D7200 |
Name | Nikon Z6 | Nikon D7200 |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon Z6 |
Nikon D7200 |
Release Year | 2018 | 2015 |
Release Date | 2018-08-23 | 2015-03-02 |
MSRP | 1995 USD | 1199 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon Z6 |
Nikon D7200 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Nikon Z6 |
Nikon D7200 |
Sensor Size |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX" |
Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6048 x 4024 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 25 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | EXPEED 6 | EXPEED 4 |
Image |
Nikon Z6 |
Nikon D7200 |
ISO Range | 100 - 51200 | 100 - 25600 |
White Balance Presets | 12 | 12 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift (5 axis)) |
No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 5 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Nikon Z6 |
Nikon D7200 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 273 | 51 |
Lens Mount |
Nikon Z See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
FX (Full frame) No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 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 |
Nikon Z6 |
Nikon D7200 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fixed |
Screen size | 3.2” | 3,2” |
Screen dots | 2100000 | 1228800 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT-LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.8x | 0.94× (0.63× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | 3690000 | N/A |
Photography features |
Nikon Z6 |
Nikon D7200 |
Frames per second | 12 fps | 6 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | 12 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
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 |
Nikon Z6 |
Nikon D7200 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Nikon Z6 |
Nikon D7200 |
Memory Card | XQD |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Nikon Z6 |
Nikon D7200 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac + Bluetooth) |
Yes Built-In with NFC |
Remote Control |
Yes (via MC-DC2 or smartphone)
|
Yes (Wired, wireless, or via smartphone) |
GPS | No |
Yes Optional |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon Z6 |
Nikon D7200 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
EN-EL15b
|
EN-EL15 lithium-ion battery and charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 310 shots | 1110 shots |
Width | 134 mm | 136 mm |
Height | 101 mm | 107 mm |
Depth | 68 mm | 76 mm |
Weight | 675 gram | 675 gram |