Nikon D2Hs vs Sony W800

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Nikon D2Hs versus Sony W800, one being a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the D2Hs (4MP) and W800 (20MP) and the D2Hs (APS-C) and W800 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizing.

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The D2Hs was introduced 10 years before the W800 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon D2Hs being a Large SLR camera and the Sony W800 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick view of how the D2Hs matches up versus the W800 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D2Hs and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon D2Hs Gallery and Sony W800 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D2Hs has got physical 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 Sony W800 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check the Nikon D2Hs versus Sony W800 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the D2Hs against the W800.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D2Hs and W800 is 51 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the D2Hs and W800.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The D2Hs with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony W800 will give extra detail using its extra 16MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The older D2Hs is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.