Nikon D2H vs Nikon D300S
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Nikon D2H vs Nikon D300S Key Specs
(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
- Announced December 2003
- Succeeded the Nikon D1H
- Later Model is Nikon D2Hs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 938g - 147 x 114 x 74mm
- Announced November 2009
- Previous Model is Nikon D300
- Later Model is Nikon D600
Nikon D2H vs Nikon D300S Overview
Here, we are matching up the Nikon D2H vs Nikon D300S, former is a Pro DSLR while the other is a Advanced DSLR and both are produced by Nikon. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the D2H (4MP) and D300S (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe D2H was launched 6 years before the D300S which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D2H being a Large SLR camera and the Nikon D300S being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief overview of how the D2H scores vs the D300S in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon D2H vs Nikon D300S Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D2H & Nikon D300S. The complete galleries are available at Nikon D2H Gallery & Nikon D300S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D2H over the Nikon D300S
D2H | D300S |
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Reasons to pick Nikon D300S over the Nikon D2H
D300S | D2H | |||
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Announced | November 2009 | December 2003 | Newer by 71 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 211k | Sharper display (+709k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D2H and Nikon D300S
D2H | D300S | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither offers Touch display |
Nikon D2H vs Nikon D300S Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon D2H offers physical measurements of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") having a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs) while the Nikon D300S has measurements of 147mm x 114mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") with a weight of 938 grams (2.07 lbs).
Compare the Nikon D2H vs Nikon D300S in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the D2H vs the D300S.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D2H and D300S is 51 and 55 respectively.
Nikon D2H vs Nikon D300S Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The picture here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the D2H and D300S.
To sum up, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Nikon D300S to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged D2H will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
Nikon D2H vs Nikon D300S Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon D2H vs Nikon D300S Specifications
Nikon D2H | Nikon D300S | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon D2H | Nikon D300S |
Class | Pro DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2003-12-19 | 2009-11-16 |
Physical type | Large SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed |
Sensor type | JFET | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.5mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 367.4mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 4MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 2464 x 1632 | 4288 x 2848 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 51 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Available lenses | 309 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 211 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps) |
Highest video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1200 grams (2.65 pounds) | 938 grams (2.07 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 158 x 150 x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") | 147 x 114 x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 40 | 70 |
DXO Color Depth score | 18.9 | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.0 | 12.2 |
DXO Low light score | 352 | 787 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 950 pictures |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL3e |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Compact Flash Type I/SD/SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | Two |
Price at launch | $253 | $1,630 |