Nikon D2H vs Nikon D4

Following is a extensive comparison of the Nikon D2H and Nikon D4, both Pro DSLR digital cameras and both are sold by Nikon. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the D2H (4MP) and D4 (16MP) and the D2H (APS-C) and D4 (Full frame) come with different sensor sizes.

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The D2H was introduced 9 years prior to the D4 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Large SLR).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the D2H matches up versus the D4 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D2H and Nikon D4. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon D2H Gallery and Nikon D4 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and size. The Nikon D2H features exterior measurements of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs) whilst the Nikon D4 has specifications of 160mm x 157mm x 91mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs).

Check out the Nikon D2H and Nikon D4 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the D2H compared to the D4.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the D2H and D4 is 51 and 50 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading specs. The pic below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the D2H and D4.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The D2H with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Nikon D4 will deliver extra detail using its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged D2H is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.