Nikon D2Hs vs Pentax 645D

Lets examine more closely at the Nikon D2Hs versus Pentax 645D, both Pro DSLR digital cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the D2Hs (4MP) and 645D (40MP) and the D2Hs (APS-C) and 645D (Medium format) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The D2Hs was launched 6 years earlier than the 645D and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large SLR).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the D2Hs scores vs the 645D with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D2Hs and Pentax 645D. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon D2Hs Gallery and Pentax 645D Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon D2Hs has got external 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 Pentax 645D has measurements of 156mm x 117mm x 119mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.7") with a weight of 1480 grams (3.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon D2Hs versus Pentax 645D in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the D2Hs versus the 645D.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D2Hs and 645D is 51 and 50 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the D2Hs and 645D.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The D2Hs because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Pentax 645D will give extra detail utilizing its extra 36 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older D2Hs is going to be behind in sensor tech.