Canon 1Ds vs Nikon D2Hs

Let's look more in depth at the Canon 1Ds and Nikon D2Hs, both Pro DSLR cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the 1Ds (11MP) and D2Hs (4MP) and the 1Ds (Full frame) and D2Hs (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 1Ds was brought out 3 years before the D2Hs and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the 1Ds grades versus the D2Hs with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS-1Ds and Nikon D2Hs. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 1Ds Gallery and Nikon D2Hs Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you have to think about its weight and size. The Canon 1Ds features physical measurements of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") having a weight of 1585 grams (3.49 lbs) whilst the Nikon D2Hs has specifications of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") having a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).

Analyze the Canon 1Ds and Nikon D2Hs in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the 1Ds against the D2Hs.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1Ds and D2Hs is 50 and 51 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching technical specs. The graphic below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 1Ds and D2Hs.

As you can tell, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 1Ds because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon 1Ds will result in extra detail having its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older 1Ds will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.