Nikon D1 vs Nikon D2Hs
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Nikon D1 vs Nikon D2Hs Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 1600
- 1/16000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1200g - 157 x 153 x 85mm
- Introduced November 2000
- Successor is Nikon D1X
(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
- Revealed February 2005
- Succeeded the Nikon D2H
Nikon D1 vs Nikon D2Hs Overview
In this article, we are comparing the Nikon D1 vs Nikon D2Hs, both Pro DSLR cameras and they are both sold by Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the D1 (3MP) and D2Hs (4MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).
Photography GlossaryThe D1 was revealed 5 years prior to the D2Hs which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Large SLR).
Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the D1 scores vs the D2Hs in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon D1 vs Nikon D2Hs Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D1 and Nikon D2Hs. The full galleries are available at Nikon D1 Gallery and Nikon D2Hs Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D1 over the Nikon D2Hs
D1 | D2Hs |
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Reasons to pick Nikon D2Hs over the Nikon D1
D2Hs | D1 | |||
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Revealed | February 2005 | November 2000 | More modern by 51 months | |
Display sizing | 2.5" | 2" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 235k | 130k | Clearer display (+105k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D1 and Nikon D2Hs
D1 | D2Hs | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Nikon D1 vs Nikon D2Hs Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon D1 features exterior dimensions of 157mm x 153mm x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") and a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs) and the Nikon D2Hs has proportions of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") with a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).
Check out the Nikon D1 vs Nikon D2Hs in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the D1 vs the D2Hs.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the D1 and D2Hs is 51 and 51 respectively.
Nikon D1 vs Nikon D2Hs Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by viewing specs. The image below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the D1 and D2Hs.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon D2Hs to render greater detail because of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged D1 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
Nikon D1 vs Nikon D2Hs Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
Vlogging Comparison
Nikon D1 vs Nikon D2Hs Specifications
Nikon D1 | Nikon D2Hs | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon D1 | Nikon D2Hs |
Category | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
Introduced | 2000-11-27 | 2005-02-16 |
Body design | Large SLR | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | JFET |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.5mm | 23.7 x 15.5mm |
Sensor area | 367.4mm² | 367.4mm² |
Sensor resolution | 3 megapixel | 4 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 2000 x 1312 | 2464 x 1632 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Available lenses | 309 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 130 thousand dot | 235 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 96% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/500 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | None | None |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1200 grams (2.65 pounds) | 1200 grams (2.65 pounds) |
Dimensions | 157 x 153 x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") | 158 x 150 x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $5,130 | $5,000 |