Canon 1D X II vs Nikon D2H

The following is a comprehensive overview of the Canon 1D X II and Nikon D2H, both Pro DSLR cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the 1D X II (20MP) and D2H (4MP) and the 1D X II (Full frame) and D2H (APS-C) use different sensor sizing.

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The 1D X II was unveiled 12 years after the D2H which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Large SLR).

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the 1D X II scores versus the D2H in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS-1D X Mark II & Nikon D2H. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 1D X II Gallery & Nikon D2H Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon 1D X II offers external dimensions of 158mm x 168mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 1530 grams (3.37 lbs) and the Nikon D2H 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).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the 1D X II compared to the D2H.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 1D X II and D2H is 50 and 51 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The picture below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the 1D X II and D2H.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 1D X II having a larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Canon 1D X II will provide you with greater detail having an extra 16 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger 1D X II provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.