Canon 1000D vs Nikon D2Hs
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Canon 1000D vs Nikon D2Hs Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 502g - 126 x 98 x 65mm
- Released July 2008
- Also Known as EOS Rebel XS / Kiss F Digital
- Newer Model is 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
- Released February 2005
- Succeeded the Nikon D2H

Canon 1000D vs Nikon D2Hs Overview
Its time to look a bit more closely at the Canon 1000D and Nikon D2Hs, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Pro DSLR by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the 1000D (10MP) and D2Hs (4MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The 1000D was brought out 3 years later than the D2Hs and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon 1000D being a Compact SLR camera and the Nikon D2Hs being a Large SLR camera.
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the 1000D matches up vs the D2Hs with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon 1000D vs Nikon D2Hs Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 1000D and Nikon D2Hs. The entire galleries are available at Canon 1000D Gallery and Nikon D2Hs Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1000D over the Nikon D2Hs
1000D | D2Hs | |||
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Released | July 2008 | ![]() | February 2005 | More recent by 42 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon D2Hs over the Canon 1000D
D2Hs | 1000D | |||
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Screen resolution | 235k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+5k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 1000D and Nikon D2Hs
1000D | D2Hs | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Same screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Canon 1000D vs Nikon D2Hs Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon 1000D comes with physical measurements of 126mm x 98mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.9" x 2.6") along with a weight of 502 grams (1.11 lbs) while the Nikon D2Hs has proportions of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") having a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).
Compare the Canon 1000D and Nikon D2Hs in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the 1000D against the D2Hs.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1000D and D2Hs is 70 and 51 respectively.

Canon 1000D vs Nikon D2Hs Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at specifications. The photograph here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 1000D and D2Hs.
Plainly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon 1000D to give extra detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern 1000D provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Canon 1000D vs Nikon D2Hs Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 1000D vs Nikon D2Hs Specifications
Canon EOS 1000D | Nikon D2Hs | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon EOS 1000D | Nikon D2Hs |
Also called | EOS Rebel XS / Kiss F Digital | - |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Pro DSLR |
Released | 2008-07-22 | 2005-02-16 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | JFET |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.2 x 14.8mm | 23.7 x 15.5mm |
Sensor area | 328.6mm² | 367.4mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 4 megapixels |
Anti alias 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 format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 7 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Amount of lenses | 326 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 235 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 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 |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/200 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | None | None |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 502 gr (1.11 lb) | 1200 gr (2.65 lb) |
Physical 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 rating | 62 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 719 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 images | - |
Battery format | 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 | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $160 | $5,000 |