Nikon D200 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera (Body Only) by Nikon
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Digital camera reviews of Nikon D200 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera (Body Only)
Digital camera Review: Best value/quality digital camera on the market
Summary: 5 Stars
I've owned this camera now for several years and every time I pick it up I am reminded of what a great choice it was. It works all the time, and after several years, the life of the original battery is still spectacular. You honestly cannot go wrong with the D200.
Digital camera Review: Better in some ways than a D2X
Summary: 5 Stars
This camera replaced my Nikon D2X and in some ways I like it better. The brighter viewfinder, the CCD sensor quality seems to be better than the CMOS sensor quality of the D2X. I miss the vertical grip and the heaviness of the D2X but for thousands less, it's a spectacular camera. I think it's also better constructed. I dropped the D2X on a carpeted floor from only a height of about 3 feet and it cost $500 to have repaired. The D200 was accidentally dropped in a similar manner and it was unscathed and is still working perfectly. Perhaps because it's a lighter camera. I can highly recommend this camera. I use it primarily for shooting houses for real estate agents and the tonal quality is much smoother than the D2X.Digital camera Review: Blown away!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
What a camera! I have leaped from the basic point and shoot into the D200 world and have to say : wow! heavy, solid feel and great choice of lenses just as fantastic as the D200. Pair it with a 18-200VR lens and will for sure be astonished by the photo quality! I could not be happier after 6 months of use in a variety of conditions.Digital camera Review: Can't get much better than this
Summary: 5 Stars
I used a Nikon D50 for a couple of years and I did a lot of shooting with a friend who had the D200 so I have had my eye on this camera for a long time. Now that I have it, all I can say is Wow. There are so many features on this camera that it is going to take me a long time to learn them all. I probably won't use many of them though. The 10.2 megapixels offers excellent resolution. Beware that the size of the image files is huge. I bought a 4 gig CompactFlash drive. It also seems to burn through its battery faster than my D50 did. I recommend picking up a spare battery for about $[...]. If you are serious about getting great images then this camera is a great choice. It has a function to lock the mirror in the up position before the shutter opens to minimize camera shake during exposure. One of my favorite features is the back light on the control panel. My D50 didn't have that and I had a hard time viewing its control panel in darker rooms.Digital camera Review: Capability and price combine for exceptional value!
Summary: 5 Stars
The exceptional value of this camera becomes obvious when utilyzed by the contemporary photographer confronted with the reality of capturing digital images across a multitude of situations.
In effect the qualities that set this camera apart from the competition and make it an exceptional value can be summarized by one word.....capability.
It is the attention to details such as ergonomics and menu information interface that make the Nikon D200 capable of being implemented efficiently and in tune with the spontaneity essential to my capture of quality digital images.
The thoughtful design and substantial build quality integrate well with the full compliment of features and advanced imaging options to put a tremendous amount of capability in the hands of the photgrapher.
It is this capability offered at a relatively modest price that makes the Nikon D200, in my opinion, an exceptional value without peer.
Nikon's inclusion of advanced technology and design translate into capability I can describe specifically.
- Advanced image processing that enables me to capture images with accurate color and transition detail.
- Onboard availability of perceptive and creative affects such as Image Optimize, Overlay, Multiple Exposure with Auto Gain, Kelvin Temperature Scale, White Balance including Custom WB, easy Exposure Compensation adjustment and intentional bracketing of Flash, White Balance and Exposure configurations via sensibly placed controls.
- Customization of up to four seperate Shooting and Custom Setting Menus for quick adaption of camera to multiple anticipated capture environments. All in support of the standard Manual, Program, Shutter and Aperture Priority modes of operation.
- Option to deploy the on camera flash to control multiple flash operation(Advanced Wireless Lighting) and Nikon's highly capable TTL auto flash mode that uses Monitor preflashes to properly expose subject regardless of ambient light conditions. High Speed Flash Synchronization to freeze subjects with high shutter speed and shallow depth of field.
- Ability to follow action with minimal viewfinder blackout, up to five frames per second speed, near instant shutter release, high buffer capacity and numerous focus sensor and performance options.
- Access to Nikon as a system including a full range of Nikkor lenses, accessories, software and after the sale benefits not the least of which is outstanding ongoing customer service and technical support.
I find the numerous features of the D200 to be both welcome and necessary as a photographer who seek to capture images across a variety of constantly changing environmental and lighting conditions.
I'm getting more than just a high quality technologically advanced camera!
Tremendous capability for the price!