Canon D30 vs Nikon D2Xs

Below, we are reviewing the Canon D30 and Nikon D2Xs, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Pro DSLR by brands Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the D30 (12MP) and the D2Xs (12MP) is fairly well matched but the D30 (1/2.3") and D2Xs (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The D30 was introduced 7 years after the D2Xs which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon D30 being a Compact camera and the Nikon D2Xs being a Large SLR camera.

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the D30 scores versus the D2Xs in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot D30 & Nikon D2Xs. The whole galleries are available at Canon D30 Gallery & Nikon D2Xs Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon D30 offers outer measurements of 109mm x 68mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Nikon D2Xs has sizing of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the D30 compared to the D2Xs.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D30 and D2Xs is 91 and 51 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specifications. The picture below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the D30 and D2Xs.

To sum up, each of these cameras have got the exact same megapixels but not the same sensor dimensions. The D30 contains the tinier sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field tougher. The newer D30 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.