Canon 1D X III vs Nikon D2Hs

Following is a extended assessment of the Canon 1D X III vs Nikon D2Hs, both Pro DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the 1D X III (20MP) and D2Hs (4MP) and the 1D X III (Full frame) and D2Hs (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The 1D X III was released 15 years after the D2Hs which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Large SLR).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief overview of how the 1D X III matches up vs the D2Hs in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1D X Mark III & Nikon D2Hs. The complete galleries are available at Canon 1D X III Gallery & Nikon D2Hs Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon 1D X III provides outside dimensions of 158mm x 168mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 1440 grams (3.17 lbs) while the Nikon D2Hs has measurements of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 1D X III vs Nikon D2Hs in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the 1D X III vs the D2Hs.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1D X III and D2Hs is 50 and 51 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by going through specifications. The pic below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1D X III and D2Hs.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1D X III because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon 1D X III will show extra detail as a result of its extra 16 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more modern 1D X III will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.