Canon 1D MIII vs Nikon D2Hs

The following is a extensive review of the Canon 1D MIII versus Nikon D2Hs, both Pro DSLR cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the 1D MIII (10MP) and D2Hs (4MP) and the 1D MIII (APS-H) and D2Hs (APS-C) use different sensor measurements.

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The 1D MIII was released 2 years after the D2Hs which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Large SLR).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the 1D MIII matches up versus the D2Hs in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS-1D Mark III & Nikon D2Hs. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 1D MIII Gallery & Nikon D2Hs Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera often, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Canon 1D MIII enjoys physical measurements of 156mm x 157mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") with a weight of 1335 grams (2.94 lbs) whilst the Nikon D2Hs has proportions of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).

Contrast the Canon 1D MIII versus Nikon D2Hs in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the 1D MIII against the D2Hs.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the 1D MIII and D2Hs is 51 and 51 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specs. The image below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D MIII and D2Hs.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 1D MIII because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon 1D MIII will render more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer 1D MIII should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.