D200 FASTER. SMARTER. STRONGER.

FASTER. SMARTER. STRONGER.

Pro-level D-SLR featuring a high performance 10.2-MP DX-format CCD, Nikon's exclusive Image Processing Engine and continuous firing up to 5 fps.

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Supplied Accessories

  • Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e
  • Quick Charger MH-18a
  • Video Cable
  • USB Cable UC-E4
  • Strap
  • Body cap
  • Eyepiece Cap DK-5
  • Rubber Eyecup DK-21M
  • LCD monitor cover BM-6
  • Software Suite CD-ROM

*Supplied accessories may differ depending on country or area.

Key Features

10.2-MP DX-format CCD image sensor: A newly developed 10.2 effective megapixel DX-format CCD image sensor captures images with edge-to-edge sharpness and incredible color at 3,872 x 2,592 pixels, yielding extraordinarily high-resolution images perfect for enlargements or creative cropping.

Large viewfinder with 0.94x magnification: The new eye-level optical viewfinder developed for the D200 features large magnification (0.94x) that helps ensure a clear view for precise composition with a built-in diopter adjustment that allows fine-tuning tailored to your eyesight.

5 fps high-speed continuous shooting: Capture fast action and fleeting expressions with the ability to capture high-resolution images at a rapid 5 frames per second in continuous bursts of up to 22 NEF (RAW) or 37 JPEG (fine - large) shots.**

11-area multi-CAM AF system with 7 area wide AF sensor module: The new multi-CAM 1000 AF sensor module offers an 11-area AF that ensures consistently fast and precise focus lock under varying shooting conditions. The 7-wide area AF system offers broad coverage suited for moving subjects enabling greater compositional freedom.

EN-EL3e rechargeable battery with fuel gauge function: The high-energy EN-EL3e rechargeable lithium-ion battery lets you capture up to 1,800 shots per charge featuring an accurate real-time fuel gauge system that displays the percentage of remaining charge, number of shots since last charge and overall status of battery service life.

**When using select high performance CompactFlash cards capable of and certified for this performance specification. CompactFlash cards enabling this specification are subject to change. Contact Nikon technical support (800-NIKON-UX) for the latest information.

Industry-leading image processing for exceptional color performance: Incorporates Nikon's industry-leading advanced image processing engine of the D2x, allowing for color-independent pre-conditioning prior to A/D conversion working in concert with advanced digital image processing algorithms to achieve fine color gradations with exceptionally smooth, consistent transitions.

Durable, magnesium alloy (Mg) body: Nikon's advanced technologies and mechanisms are housed within a rugged, lightweight magnesium alloy chassis, ready for the most rigorous of assignments. Additional dust and moisture sealing add to the D200's strength.

Fast SLR response where it counts: Instant power-up in just 0.15 seconds, a shutter release time lag of a mere 50 milliseconds and a shortened viewfinder blackout time of just 105 milliseconds makes the D200 ready to respond to any photographic situation.

Large 2.5-inch LCD monitor with wide-angle viewing to 170 degrees: A high resolution LCD monitor provides ultra-wide, 170-degree viewing in all directions. Assisting with accurate sharpness assessment, images can be previewed at up to 400% magnification.

Wireless Transmitter WT-3a: The optional wireless transmitter WT-3a provides wireless functionality with IEEE 802.11b/g technology enabling cable-free image transfer to a compatible computer with the added safety and versatility of wide-ranging network and security protocols.

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Specifications

  • Lens Mount
    Nikon F bayonet mount
     
  • Picture Angle
    Effective picture angle 1.5x (Approx.) conversion factor (Nikon DX format)
     
  • Effective Pixels
    10.2 million
     
  • Sensor Size
    15.8 x 23.6mm
     
  • Image Sensor Format
    DX
     
  • Image Sensor Type
    CCD
     
  • Total Pixels
    10.92 million
     
  • Dust-Off Reference Photo
    Yes
     
  • Image Area (pixels)
    DX-format
    (L) 3872 x 2592
    (M) 2896 x 1944
    (S) 1936 x 1296
     
  • File Format
    Uncompressed 12/14-bit NEF (RAW)
    Uncompressed 12-bit NEF (RAW)
    JPEG: JPEG-baseline-compliant; can be selected from Size Priority and Optimal Quality
     
  • Storage Media
    CompactFlash© (Type I/II)
    MicroDrive© memory cards
     
  • File System
    Compliant with DCF (Design Rule for Camera File System) 2.0
    DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)
     
  • Viewfinder
    Optical-type fixed eye-level pentaprism
     
  • Viewfinder Frame Coverage
    95% Approx.
     
  • Viewfinder Magnification
    0.94x Approx.
     
  • Viewfinder Eyepoint
    19.5mm
     
  • Viewfinder Diopter Adjustment
    -2.0 to +1.0m¯¹
     
  • Focusing Screen
    Type B BriteView Clear Matte Mark II with AF area brackets (grid lines can be displayed)
     
  • Interchangeable Focusing Screens
    No
     
  • Reflex Mirror
    Quick-return type
     
  • Depth-of-field Control
    Yes
     
  • Compatible Lenses
    All AF-DX, AF-D, AF-G, AF-I, AF-S, and AF VR Nikkor lenses provide full AF and metering operation
    AI-P lenses provide manual focus w/ electronic rangefinder and full metering operation.
    Al lenses provide manual focus w/ electronic rangefinder, Aperture Priority and Manual exposure mode, C/W and Spot metering operation.
     
  • Shutter type
    Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane
     
  • Fastest Shutter Speed
    1/8000 sec. in steps of 1/3
    1/2
    1 EV
     
  • Slowest Shutter Speed
    30 sec. in steps of 1/3
    1/2
    1 EV
     
  • Flash Sync Speed
    Up to 1/250 sec.
     
  • Bulb Shutter Setting
    Yes
     
  • Shutter Release Modes
    Single-frame [S] mode
    Continuous low-speed [CL] mode; 1-4 frames per second
    Continuous high-speed [CH] mode; 5 frames per second
    Self-timer mode
    Mirror-up [Mup] mode
     
  • Continuous Shooting Options
    DX-format
    CH: Up to 5 frames per second
    CL: Up to 4 frames per second
     
  • Top Continuous Shooting Speed at full resolution
    5 frames per second
     
  • Self-timer
    2, 5, 10, 20 sec.Timer duration electronically controlled
     
  • Exposure Metering System
    1,005-pixel RGB sensor 3D Color Matrix Metering II
    Variable Center-weighted
    Spot AF
     
  • Metering Range
    0 to 20 EV (3D color matrix or center-weighted metering)
    2 to 20 EV (Spot metering at ISO 100 equivalent, f/1.4 lens at 20°C/68°F)
     
  • Exposure Meter Coupling
    CPU
    AI
     
  • Exposure Modes
    Programmed Auto with flexible Program (P)
    Shutter-Priority Auto (S)
    Aperture-Priority Auto (A)
    Manual (M)
     
  • Image Optimization
    Normal
    Softer
    Vivid
    More vivid
    Portrait
    Custom
    B & W
     
  • Shooting Modes
    Single-frame shooting (S) mode
    Continuous high-speed shooting mode: 5 frames per second
    Continuous low speed (CL) shooting mode: 1 to 4 frames per second
    Mirror up mode: first press: mirror up, second press: release
    Self-timer mode: time duration can be set
     
  • Exposure Compensation
    ±5 EV in increments of 1/3
    1/2
    1
     
  • Exposure Bracketing
    Yes
    2 to 9 exposures in increments of 1, 2 or 3
     
  • Exposure Lock
    Yes
     
  • Mirror Lock Up
    Yes
     
  • Lowest Standard ISO Sensitivity
    100 in steps of 1/3
    1/2
    1 EV
     
  • Highest Standard ISO Sensitivity
    1600in steps of 1/3
    1/2
    1EV
     
  • Highest Expanded ISO Sensitivity
    Hi-1 (ISO 3200 equivalent)
     
  • Expanded ISO Sensitivity Options
    Hi-1 (ISO-3200 equivalent) in 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV
     
  • Single-point AF Mode
    Yes
     
  • Dynamic AF Mode
    Yes
     
  • Auto-area AF Mode
    No
     
  • Autofocus System
    TTL phase detection
    Nikon Multi-CAM 1000 autofocus module
    AF-assist illuminator (1.6-9.8 ft./0.5-3.0m approx.)
     
  • Focus Modes
    Single-servo AF (S)
    Continuous-servo (C)
    Manual (M) with electronic rangefinder
     
  • Maximum Autofocus Areas/Points
    11
     
  • Built-in Flash
    Yes
     
  • Flash Bracketing
    2 to 9 exposures in increments of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3 or 1 EV
     
  • X-Sync Speed
    1/250
     
  • FP High Speed Sync
    Up to 1/8000
     
  • Flash Control
    SB-R1C1/SB-R200 triggered by SU-800: i-TTL, AA, Manual, RPT, AutoFP High Speed Sync (D200/D80 only), FV Lock, AF-Assist for multi area AF, Rear Curtain Sync
    SB-R1/SB-R200 triggered by camera's built in flash: i-TTL, Manual, AutoFP High Speed Sync, FV Lock, Rear Curtain Sync
    SB-900: CLS cameras: i-TTL, AA, Non-TTL Auto, GN, M, RPT, AutoFP High Speed Sync (D3-series, D2-series, D700, D300s, D300, D200, D80 only) , FV Lock, AF-Assist for mulit-area AF, Flash Color Info. Comm., Rear Curtain Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Auto Zoom
    SB-800: i-TTL, Auto Aperture (AA), GN, Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, AF, Zoom
    SB-600: i-TTL, Manual, Red-Eye Reduction, AF, Zoom, Rear Curtain
    SB-400: i-TTL, Manual* (*with D40 using Custom Setting only)
    SB-80DX: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash, Red Eye Reduction
    SB-50DX: Manual, Rear Curtain
    SB-28DX: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash, Red Eye Reduction
    SB-24: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash
    SB-25: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash
    SB-26: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash, Red Eye Reduction
    SB-28: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash, Red Eye Reduction
    SB-30: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain
    SB-20, SB-16B, SB-15: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain
    SB-29: Manual, Rear Curtain
    SB-27: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain
    SB-23: Manual, Rear Curtain
    SB-22s: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain
     
  • Flash Sync Modes
    Front-curtain sync (normal)
    Slow sync
    Rear-curtain sync
    Red-eye reduction
    Red-eye reduction with slow sync
     
  • Flash Compensation
    -3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV
     
  • Accessory Shoe
    Yes
     
  • Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)
    Yes
     
  • Flash Sync Terminal
    Yes
     
  • White Balance Bracketing
    2 to 9 exposures in increments of 1, 2 or 3
     
  • Monitor Size
    2.5 in. diagonal
     
  • Monitor Resolution
    230,000 Dots
     
  • Monitor Type
    TFT-LCD
     
  • Playback Functions
    Full frame
    Thumbnail (4, 9 or 16 segments)
    Zoom
    Slideshow
    Histogram display
    Auto image rotation
    Shooting data
    Highlight point display
     
  • Image Comment
    Yes
     
  • Interface
    Hi-speed USB
    NTSC
    PAL
    10-pin Terminal
     
  • WiFi Functionality
    WT-3A
     
  • GPS
    GP-1 GPS unit
    MC-35 with optional compatible GPS Adapter
     
  • Total custom Settings
    45
     
  • Recent Settings
    Yes
     
  • Date, Time and Daylight Savings Time Settings
    Yes
     
  • World Time Setting
    Yes
     
  • Battery Type
    Rechargeable
     
  • Battery / Batteries
    EN-EL3e Lithium-ion Battery
     
  • Battery Life (shots per charge)
    1800 shots (Nikon Standard)
     
  • AC Adapter
    EH-6 AC Adapter
     
  • Battery Charger
    MH-18a Quick Charger
     
  • Tripod Socket
    ¼ inch 20
     
  • Approx. Dimensions
    Width 5.8 in. (147mm)
    Height 4.4 in. (113mm)
    Depth 2.9 in. (74mm)
     
  • Approx. Weight
    29.3 oz. (830g)
     
  • Supplied Software
    Software Suite CD-ROM
     
  • Optional Accessories
    EN-EL3e Li-ion Battery Pack
    MH-18a Quick Charger
    UC-E4 USB Cable
    Video Cable
    Body Cap
    DK-5 Eyepiece Cap
    DK-21 Rubber Eyecup
    BM-6 LCD Monitor Cover
    Strap
     
  • Supplied Accessories
    • Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e
    • Quick Charger MH-18a
    • Video Cable
    • USB Cable UC-E4
    • Strap
    • Body cap
    • Eyepiece Cap DK-5
    • Rubber Eyecup DK-21M
    • LCD monitor cover BM-6
    • Software Suite CD-ROM

    *Supplied accessories may differ depending on country or area.

     

**Specifications and equipment are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer.

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Award Winner

Popular Photography & Imaging, Winter 2007

Popular Photography & Imaging has recognized the Nikon D200 as one of the outstanding products of photography in 2006. Editor Michael McNamara summed up the D200’s award selection by stating that the camera is “fast, reliable and capable of handling a wide variety of conditions.” McNamara points out that the excellent image quality, tough camera body, long battery life and superb optical viewfinder make the D200 a true award-winning camera.


Award Winner

American Photo Editor’s Choice 2006 Award

“If we had to pick a single American Photo camera of the year, the Nikon D200 would take that honor,” stated American Photo in their July/August 2006 issue. Distinguished as an American Photo “Editor’s Choice 2006,” editors were impressed with the small size, yet feature-full package of the camera. Refined, advanced, best of class, sturdy and extremely responsive were some of the ecstatic words editors used to describe the camera after they enjoyed the superb image quality and menu system of the D200.


Award Winner

Camera Grand Prix 2006 Award

Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce that the D200 digital SLR camera has been selected by Japan’s Camera Press Club to receive the Camera Grand Prix 2006 award. The Camera Grand Prix is the Japanese photo industry’s most prestigious award for a camera. The committee members issued the following statement in support of bestowing the Camera Grand Prix 2006 honor on the D200. “The Nikon D200 contributes to the widespread dissemination of photographic culture as a digital SLR offering superior operability at an affordable price for both entry-level digital SLR camera users as well as professional and highend amateur photographers.”


Review

May/June 2006, Nikon D200

by Jonathan Barkey

In its May/June 2006 issue, American Photo calls the D200 “the best mid-priced DSLR you can buy.” Jonathan Barkey states that the D200 is a “home run” and “a pleasure to have and to hold” in his glowing review of the camera. Noting that the D200 is extremely responsive with a “big for its class” optical viewfinder and a “rock-solid construction,” Barkey also notes his fulfillment with the camera’s variety of user-friendly attributes. He praises the D200 on its ability to pack the core features of high-priced cameras into a “smaller, lighter package” advising photographers to consider this mid-priced digital SLR when purchasing a top-of-the-line camera.

Review

May 2006, Nikon D200

by George Schaub

According to Shutterbug Editorial Director, George Schaub, digital SLR cameras have “opened up a new world of low-light and hand-held shooting” and the built-in noise reduction filter in Nikon’s D200, makes photography an “even more attractive pastime.” Schaub also states that the D200 delivers imaging power for enlargements, crops to 8x10 prints and has more imaging options than one could imagine—not much this camera cannot handle.

Review

April 2006, Nikon D200

by Michael McNamara

Popular Photography & Imaging Executive Technology Editor, Michael McNamara, clarified some of his unanswered questions during an in-depth review of the D200 in the magazine’s April issue. Stating that images from the D200 “rival” those from the D2X, McNamara gave the D200 a rave review. He also notes that the D200 has superb color accuracy, and the images it produces have great saturation and a wide dynamic range.

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