Canon 1D X vs Nikon D2Hs

Lets look more in depth at the Canon 1D X versus Nikon D2Hs, both Pro DSLR cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the 1D X (18MP) and D2Hs (4MP) and the 1D X (Full frame) and D2Hs (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.

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The 1D X was announced 6 years after the D2Hs which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the 1D X matches up against the D2Hs in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS-1D X and Nikon D2Hs. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon 1D X Gallery and Nikon D2Hs Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1D X features outside measurements of 158mm x 164mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") and a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs) and the Nikon D2Hs has dimensions of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") having a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 1D X versus Nikon D2Hs in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the 1D X and the D2Hs.

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

Quite often, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching a spec sheet. The image here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D X and D2Hs.

As you can see, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 1D X with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Canon 1D X will result in extra detail with its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent 1D X should have an edge in sensor technology.