Nikon D2Hs vs Nikon D4
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Nikon D2Hs vs Nikon D4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 4MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 1600
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1200g - 158 x 150 x 86mm
- Revealed February 2005
- Previous Model is Nikon D2H
(Full Review)
Nikon D2Hs vs Nikon D4 Overview
The following is a in depth review of the Nikon D2Hs versus Nikon D4, both Pro DSLR cameras and both of them are built by Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the D2Hs (4MP) and D4 (16MP) and the D2Hs (APS-C) and D4 (Full frame) offer totally different sensor sizes.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe D2Hs was manufactured 7 years prior to the D4 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).
Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the D2Hs matches up vs the D4 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon D2Hs vs Nikon D4 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D2Hs and Nikon D4. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon D2Hs Gallery and Nikon D4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D2Hs over the Nikon D4
D2Hs | D4 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon D4 over the Nikon D2Hs
D4 | D2Hs | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | February 2005 | Newer by 83 months | |
Display size | 3.2" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.7") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 235k | Clearer display (+686k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D2Hs and Nikon D4
D2Hs | D4 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
Nikon D2Hs vs Nikon D4 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon D2Hs enjoys external 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") with a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon D2Hs versus Nikon D4 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the D2Hs versus the D4.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the D2Hs and D4 is 51 and 50 respectively.
Nikon D2Hs vs Nikon D4 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specs. The picture underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the D2Hs and D4.
All in all, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The D2Hs due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Nikon D4 will produce extra detail due to its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged D2Hs will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
Nikon D2Hs vs Nikon D4 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
Vlogging Comparison
Nikon D2Hs vs Nikon D4 Specifications
Nikon D2Hs | Nikon D4 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon D2Hs | Nikon D4 |
Class | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
Revealed | 2005-02-16 | 2012-01-06 |
Body design | Large SLR | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed 3 |
Sensor type | JFET | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.5mm | 36 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 367.4mm² | 860.4mm² |
Sensor resolution | 4 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 5:4 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 2464 x 1632 | 4928 x 3280 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 51 |
Cross focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Total lenses | 309 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inches | 3.2 inches |
Resolution of screen | 235 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD with brightness control |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames per second | 11.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/250s | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) |
Max video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1200 grams (2.65 pounds) | 1340 grams (2.95 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 158 x 150 x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") | 160 x 157 x 91mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 89 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 2965 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 2600 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL18 |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes (2-20 seconds, 1-9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | CompactFlash, XQD |
Storage slots | 1 | 2 |
Pricing at launch | $5,000 | $4,500 |