Canon EOS 20D vs Nikon D7200

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Canon EOS 20D and the Nikon D7200, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Canon EOS 20D was introduced in November 2004 and Nikon D7200 was introduced in March 2015. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon D7200 over Canon EOS 20D.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Canon EOS 20D has a 1.8" screen with 118k dot resolution and Nikon D7200 has a 3.2" screen with 1,229k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens.

Viewfinder

Cameras have built-in Optical (pentaprism) viewfinders. Canon EOS 20D has 95% coverage with 0.90x (0.56x 35mm equivalent) magnification and Nikon D7200 has 100% coverage with 0.94x (0.63x 35mm equivalent) magnification.

Canon EOS 20D features a 8 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor with dimensions of 22.5 x 15 mm and a total area of 337.5 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 1,600 and expands to 100 - 3,200 in boosted mode. Nikon D7200 features a 24.2 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor with dimensions of 23.5 x 15.6 mm and a total area of 243.4 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 25,600 and expands to 100 - 102,400 in boosted mode.

Here is a sensor size comparison chart where you can see how different sensors compare with each other:

Sensor size chart

	Sensor	Dimensions	Area	Aspect Ratio	Crop Factor
	Medium Format	44 x 33 mm	1452 mm2	4:3	0.79x
	Full Frame	36 x 24 mm	864 mm2	3:2	1x
	APS-H	27 x 18 mm	486 mm2	3:2	1.3x
	APS-C	23.6 x 15.6 mm	368.2 mm2	3:2	1.5x
	APS-C (Canon)	22.3 x 14.9 mm	332.3 mm2	3:2	1.6x
	Micro Four Thirds	17.4 x 13 mm	226.2 mm2	4:3	2x
	1-inch	13.2 x 8.8 mm	116.2 mm2	3:2	2.7x
	1/1.7-inch	7.44 x 5.58 mm	41.5 mm2	4:3	4.7x
	1/2.3-inch	6.17 x 4.55 mm	28.1 mm2	4:3	5.6x

Canon EOS 20D can take pictures up to 3504 x 2336 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 2544 x 1696, 1728 x 1152 with 3:2 aspect ratios. Nikon D7200 is equipped with EXPEED 4 processor and can take pictures up to 6000 x 4000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like DX: 4496 x 3000, 2992 x 2000; 1.3x crop: 4800 x 3200, 3600 x 2400, 2400 x 1600 with 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.

Lens Mount

Canon EOS 20D has Canon EF/EF-S lens mount and Nikon D7200 has Nikon F lens mount. They both have APS-C sensor but because of a small size difference their crop factors (also called lens multiplier) differ from each other. Canon EOS 20D has the crop factor of 1.6x which means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length times 1.6. Nikon D7200 has the crop factor of 1.5x which means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length times 1.5.

No Low-Pass Filter on Nikon D7200

There is no optical low-pass filter (OLPF), also known as an anti-aliasing filter, in front of the sensor on Nikon D7200. This results in a slightly sharper image but may also introduce moiré patterns and aliasing artifacts when photographing subjects with fine, repetitive patterns or details.

No Image Stabilization

The cameras do not have image stabilization. On Canon EOS 20D it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Nikon D7200 nothing can be done. On Nikon D7200 it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Canon EOS 20D nothing can be done.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Nikon D7200

Nikon D7200 has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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NFC on Nikon D7200

Nikon D7200 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.

USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.

Battery

Nikon D7200 comes with EN-EL15 battery pack with battery life of 1110 shots.

External Storage Slots

Canon EOS 20D has a single CompactFlash (Type I/II) card slot. Nikon D7200 has Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) card slots.

Shutter

Canon EOS 20D has Electronically Controlled Vertical-travel Mechanical Focal-plane shutter. Nikon D7200 has Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane shutter. Shutter speed can go up to 1/8000 sec on Canon EOS 20D, and up to 1/8000 sec on Nikon D7200. Canon EOS 20D can shoot continuously up to 5.0 fps. Nikon D7200 can shoot continuously up to 6.0 fps.

Focusing

Canon EOS 20D has 9 focusing points and Nikon D7200 has 51 (15 cross-type) focusing points. Nikon D7200 has detection range from -3 to +19 EV.

Exposure

Exposure meterings of Canon EOS 20D and Nikon D7200 range from +1 to +20 EV and 0 to +20 EV respectively and you can set the exposure compensation within the ±2 EV range on Canon EOS 20D and ±5 EV range on Nikon D7200. You can also do exposure lock and manual exposure adjustment on Canon EOS 20D and exposure lock, exposure bracketing and manual exposure adjustment on Nikon D7200.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 12.00 m at ISO 100.. They also accept external flash which can be connected via Hot Shoe to Nikon D7200. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/250 sec on Nikon D7200.

Canon EOS 20D body has dimensions of 144 x 106 x 72 mm (5.67 x 4.17 x 2.83") and Nikon D7200 body has dimensions of 136 x 107 x 76 mm (5.35 x 4.21 x 2.99"). Canon EOS 20D weighs 770 g (1.70 lb / 27.16 oz) and Nikon D7200 weighs 765 g (1.69 lb / 26.98 oz).

Canon EOS 20D

Nikon D7200

144 mm

106 mm

136 mm

107 mm

106 mm

107 mm

72 mm

76 mm