Canon 1000D vs Nikon D2H
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Canon 1000D vs Nikon D2H Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 502g - 126 x 98 x 65mm
- Launched July 2008
- Also referred to as EOS Rebel XS / Kiss F Digital
- Refreshed by Canon 1100D
(Full Review)
- 4MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 1600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1200g - 158 x 150 x 86mm
- Revealed December 2003
- Superseded the Nikon D1H
- Renewed by Nikon D2Hs

Canon 1000D vs Nikon D2H Overview
Let's look more closely at the Canon 1000D and Nikon D2H, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Pro DSLR by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the 1000D (10MP) and D2H (4MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

The 1000D was manufactured 4 years after the D2H which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon 1000D being a Compact SLR camera and the Nikon D2H being a Large SLR camera.
Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the 1000D scores versus the D2H when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon 1000D vs Nikon D2H Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 1000D and Nikon D2H. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 1000D Gallery and Nikon D2H Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1000D over the Nikon D2H
1000D | D2H | |||
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Revealed | July 2008 | ![]() | December 2003 | Newer by 56 months |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 211k | Clearer screen (+19k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon D2H over the Canon 1000D
D2H | 1000D |
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Common features in the Canon 1000D and Nikon D2H
1000D | D2H | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Equivalent screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Canon 1000D vs Nikon D2H Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1000D features outside dimensions of 126mm x 98mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.9" x 2.6") having a weight of 502 grams (1.11 lbs) whilst the Nikon D2H has dimensions of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") and a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).
Contrast the Canon 1000D and Nikon D2H in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the 1000D versus the D2H.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 1000D and D2H is 70 and 51 respectively.

Canon 1000D vs Nikon D2H Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specs. The picture here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 1000D and D2H.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Canon 1000D to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more modern 1000D provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon 1000D vs Nikon D2H Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 1000D vs Nikon D2H Specifications
Canon EOS 1000D | Nikon D2H | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS 1000D | Nikon D2H |
Also called as | EOS Rebel XS / Kiss F Digital | - |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Pro DSLR |
Launched | 2008-07-22 | 2003-12-19 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | JFET |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.2 x 14.8mm | 23.7 x 15.5mm |
Sensor area | 328.6mm² | 367.4mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 4MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 3888 x 2592 | 2464 x 1632 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 7 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Number of lenses | 326 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inch | 2.5 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 211 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 13.00 m (ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/200s | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | None | None |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 502 gr (1.11 lbs) | 1200 gr (2.65 lbs) |
Dimensions | 126 x 98 x 65mm (5.0" x 3.9" x 2.6") | 158 x 150 x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 62 | 40 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.0 | 18.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.9 | 10.0 |
DXO Low light score | 719 | 352 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC card | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $160 | $253 |