Nikon D2Hs vs Nikon D3

Here is a extensive analysis of the Nikon D2Hs and Nikon D3, both Pro DSLR cameras and they are both produced by Nikon. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the D2Hs (4MP) and D3 (12MP) and the D2Hs (APS-C) and D3 (Full frame) boast different sensor sizing.

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The D2Hs was revealed 4 years before the D3 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Large SLR).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the D2Hs scores vs the D3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D2Hs and Nikon D3. The full galleries are available at Nikon D2Hs Gallery and Nikon D3 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon D2Hs comes with external dimensions of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs) while the Nikon D3 has proportions of 160mm x 157mm x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 1300 grams (2.87 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon D2Hs and Nikon D3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the D2Hs versus the D3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D2Hs and D3 is 51 and 50 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing technical specs. The photograph below may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D2Hs and D3.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The D2Hs with its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Nikon D3 will produce greater detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older D2Hs will be behind in sensor technology.