Canon 1D X vs Nikon D2H
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64 Features
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Canon 1D X vs Nikon D2H Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase to 204800)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1340g - 158 x 164 x 83mm
- Released October 2011
- Superseded the Canon 1Ds MIII
- Later Model is Canon 1D X II
(Full Review)
- 4MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 1600
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1200g - 158 x 150 x 86mm
- Announced December 2003
- Succeeded the Nikon D1H
- New Model is Nikon D2Hs

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D2H Overview
Below, we are looking at the Canon 1D X vs Nikon D2H, both Pro DSLR digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the 1D X (18MP) and D2H (4MP) and the 1D X (Full frame) and D2H (APS-C) use totally different sensor dimensions.

The 1D X was announced 7 years after the D2H which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Large SLR).
Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the 1D X scores against the D2H with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D2H Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS-1D X & Nikon D2H. The whole galleries are available at Canon 1D X Gallery & Nikon D2H Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1D X over the Nikon D2H
1D X | D2H | |||
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Announced | October 2011 | ![]() | December 2003 | Newer by 96 months |
Display dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 211k | Crisper display (+829k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon D2H over the Canon 1D X
D2H | 1D X |
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Common features in the Canon 1D X and Nikon D2H
1D X | D2H | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Canon 1D X vs Nikon D2H Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1D X enjoys exterior measurements of 158mm x 164mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") having a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs) whilst the Nikon D2H has dimensions of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") and a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon 1D X vs Nikon D2H in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the 1D X vs the D2H.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 1D X and D2H is 50 and 51 respectively.

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D2H Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking specifications. The image underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 1D X and D2H.
Plainly, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 1D X using its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Canon 1D X will resolve greater detail with its extra 14MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more recent 1D X is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D2H Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 1D X vs Nikon D2H Specifications
Canon EOS-1D X | Nikon D2H | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon EOS-1D X | Nikon D2H |
Type | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
Released | 2011-10-18 | 2003-12-19 |
Body design | Large SLR | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Dual Digic 5+ | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | JFET |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 23.7 x 15.5mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 367.4mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 4 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 2464 x 1632 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 61 | - |
Cross type focus points | 41 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF | Nikon F |
Amount of lenses | 250 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.2" | 2.5" |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 211 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | Clear View II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 14.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | E-TTL II Auto Flash, Metered Manual | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250 secs | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps, 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1340g (2.95 pounds) | 1200g (2.65 pounds) |
Dimensions | 158 x 164 x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") | 158 x 150 x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 82 | 40 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.8 | 18.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.8 | 10.0 |
DXO Low light rating | 2786 | 352 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1120 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LP-E4N | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, remote) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA compatible | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Storage slots | 2 | Single |
Pricing at release | $5,299 | $253 |