Canon 1D X vs Nikon D2Hs
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Canon 1D X vs Nikon D2Hs Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1340g - 158 x 164 x 83mm
- Launched October 2011
- Superseded the Canon 1Ds MIII
- Successor is Canon 1D X II
(Full Review)
- 4MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 1600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1200g - 158 x 150 x 86mm
- Introduced February 2005
- Replaced the Nikon D2H

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D2Hs Overview
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.

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.

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D2Hs Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Canon 1D X over the Nikon D2Hs
1D X | D2Hs | |||
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Introduced | October 2011 | ![]() | February 2005 | Newer by 82 months |
Display size | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 235k | Clearer display (+805k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon D2Hs over the Canon 1D X
D2Hs | 1D X |
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Common features in the Canon 1D X and Nikon D2Hs
1D X | D2Hs | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Canon 1D X vs Nikon D2Hs Physical Comparison
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.

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D2Hs Sensor Comparison
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.

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D2Hs Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 1D X vs Nikon D2Hs Specifications
Canon EOS-1D X | Nikon D2Hs | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS-1D X | Nikon D2Hs |
Class | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
Launched | 2011-10-18 | 2005-02-16 |
Physical type | Large SLR | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Dual Digic 5+ | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | JFET |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 23.7 x 15.5mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 367.4mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 4 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 2464 x 1632 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 61 | - |
Cross focus points | 41 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF | Nikon F |
Total lenses | 250 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2 inch | 2.5 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 235k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | Clear View II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 14.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | E-TTL II Auto Flash, Metered Manual | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1340g (2.95 lb) | 1200g (2.65 lb) |
Physical 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 All around score | 82 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 2786 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1120 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LP-E4N | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, remote) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA compatible | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Card slots | Two | 1 |
Retail pricing | $5,299 | $5,000 |