Nikon D2H vs Pentax K100D S

Lets look a little more in depth at the Nikon D2H versus Pentax K100D S, one is a Pro DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the D2H (4MP) and K100D S (6MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The D2H was introduced 4 years before the K100D S which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D2H being a Large SLR camera and the Pentax K100D S being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the D2H scores versus the K100D S in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D2H and Pentax K100D Super. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon D2H Gallery and Pentax K100D S Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon D2H has external dimensions 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 Pentax K100D S has proportions of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Compare the Nikon D2H versus Pentax K100D S in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the D2H vs the K100D S.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D2H and K100D S is 51 and 65 respectively.

Normally, its tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing technical specs. The image below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the D2H and K100D S.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Pentax K100D S to produce greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged D2H will be behind in sensor tech.