Canon 1D MII vs Nikon D2X

The following is a in depth review of the Canon 1D MII versus Nikon D2X, both Pro DSLR cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the 1D MII (8MP) and D2X (12MP) and the 1D MII (APS-H) and D2X (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 1D MII was brought out 11 months prior to the D2X so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the 1D MII grades against the D2X when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS-1D Mark II and Nikon D2X. The entire galleries are provided at Canon 1D MII Gallery and Nikon D2X Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Canon 1D MII provides outside dimensions of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") with a weight of 1565 grams (3.45 lbs) and the Nikon D2X has sizing of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).

Compare the Canon 1D MII versus Nikon D2X in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the 1D MII versus the D2X.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the 1D MII and D2X is 50 and 51 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions just by viewing technical specs. The picture below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1D MII and D2X.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 1D MII due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Nikon D2X will provide you with more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 1D MII will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.