Upgrade Guide

Nikon D7100→Nikon D7200

Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.

You own

Nikon

D7100

£199

2013

→

Upgrade to

Nikon

D7200

£368 (+£169)

2015

✅

Worthwhile

Clear improvements over the D7100. Whether it justifies the cost depends on which upgrades matter most to your shooting.

What's new in the D7200

Unchanged or similar

Suitability by genre

Base scores — computed from verified specs for an enthusiast shooting photo and video. The Upgrade Checker adjusts them for your skill level.

Full spec comparison

Spec	D7100	D7200
Price	£199	£368
Released	2013	2015	↑
Sensor	24.1MP APS-C CMOS	24.2MP APS-C CMOS
Resolution	24MP	24MP	↑
Video	Full HD 1080p/30 (60i), 720p/60	Full HD 1080p/30 (60p in 1.3× crop)
Autofocus	51-point phase-detect (15 cross-type) via viewfinder; contrast AF with face priority in live view	51-point phase-detect (15 cross-type, EV -3) via viewfinder; contrast AF with face priority in live view
Stabilisation	No IBIS (lens-based stabilisation only)	No IBIS (lens-based stabilisation only)
Burst Rate	6fps	6fps
Battery Life	~950 shots (CIPA)	~1110 shots (CIPA)	↑
Weight	765g (with battery)	765g (with battery)
Weather Sealed	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder	Optical pentaprism, 100% coverage, 0.94x	Optical pentaprism, 100% coverage, 0.94x
Screen	3.2" fixed LCD, 1.23M dots	3.2" fixed LCD, 1.23M dots
Mount	Nikon F-mount (DX)	Nikon F-mount (DX)
Memory Cards	Dual SD slots	Dual SD slots

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