Nikon D2H vs Samsung NX100

In this article, we are evaluating the Nikon D2H versus Samsung NX100, one is a Pro DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the D2H (4MP) and NX100 (15MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The D2H was manufactured 7 years before the NX100 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon D2H being a Large SLR camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the D2H matches up against the NX100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D2H and Samsung NX100. The entire galleries are available at Nikon D2H Gallery and Samsung NX100 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D2H provides 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 Samsung NX100 has dimensions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Examine the Nikon D2H versus Samsung NX100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the D2H vs the NX100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D2H and NX100 is 51 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by looking through a spec sheet. The pic below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the D2H and NX100.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Samsung NX100 to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged D2H will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.