Nikon D2X vs Nikon D300S
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Nikon D2X vs Nikon D300S Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 800 (Bump to 3200)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1200g - 158 x 150 x 86mm
- Introduced June 2005
- Replaced the Nikon D1X
- Replacement is Nikon D2Xs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 938g - 147 x 114 x 74mm
- Released November 2009
- Old Model is Nikon D300
- Later Model is Nikon D600

Nikon D2X vs Nikon D300S Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Nikon D2X vs Nikon D300S, former is a Pro DSLR while the latter is a Advanced DSLR and they are both offered by Nikon. The image resolution of the D2X (12MP) and the D300S (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

The D2X was released 5 years earlier than the D300S which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon D2X being a Large SLR camera and the Nikon D300S being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before going into a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the D2X grades vs the D300S in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon D2X vs Nikon D300S Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D2X & Nikon D300S. The complete galleries are available at Nikon D2X Gallery & Nikon D300S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D2X over the Nikon D300S
D2X | D300S |
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Reasons to pick Nikon D300S over the Nikon D2X
D300S | D2X | |||
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Released | November 2009 | ![]() | June 2005 | More modern by 54 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 235k | Sharper screen (+685k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D2X and Nikon D300S
D2X | D300S | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Nikon D2X vs Nikon D300S Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon D2X features outside dimensions of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs) and the Nikon D300S has sizing of 147mm x 114mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") and a weight of 938 grams (2.07 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon D2X vs Nikon D300S in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the D2X versus the D300S.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D2X and D300S is 51 and 55 respectively.

Nikon D2X vs Nikon D300S Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing specs. The picture underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the D2X and D300S.
All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you should factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged D2X will be behind in sensor tech.

Nikon D2X vs Nikon D300S Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon D2X vs Nikon D300S Specifications
Nikon D2X | Nikon D300S | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon D2X | Nikon D300S |
Class | Pro DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2005-06-01 | 2009-11-16 |
Body design | Large SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.1mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 4288 x 2848 |
Highest native ISO | 800 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 51 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Amount of lenses | 309 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 235k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps) |
Highest video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 lb) | 938 grams (2.07 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 158 x 150 x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") | 147 x 114 x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 59 | 70 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.1 | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.9 | 12.2 |
DXO Low light score | 476 | 787 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 950 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL3e |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Compact Flash Type I/SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | Single | 2 |
Pricing at launch | $5,000 | $1,630 |