Nikon D2X vs Nikon D6

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Nikon D2X vs Nikon D6, both Pro DSLR digital cameras and they are both sold by Nikon. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the D2X (12MP) and D6 (21MP) and the D2X (APS-C) and D6 (Full frame) come with different sensor measurements.

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The D2X was announced 15 years earlier than the D6 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Large SLR).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the D2X scores against the D6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D2X and Nikon D6. The whole galleries are available at Nikon D2X Gallery and Nikon D6 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon D2X enjoys exterior measurements of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") with a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs) while the Nikon D6 has specifications of 160mm x 163mm x 92mm (6.3" x 6.4" x 3.6") with a weight of 1270 grams (2.80 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the D2X compared to the D6.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the D2X and D6 is 51 and 50 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the D2X and D6.

As you can see, each of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The D2X using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Nikon D6 will give greater detail with its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged D2X is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.