Nikon D2Xs vs Nikon D4

The following is a thorough overview of the Nikon D2Xs and Nikon D4, both Pro DSLR cameras and both of them are created by Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the D2Xs (12MP) and D4 (16MP) and the D2Xs (APS-C) and D4 (Full frame) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The D2Xs was unveiled 6 years before the D4 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Large SLR).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the D2Xs matches up against the D4 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D2Xs and Nikon D4. The full galleries are available at Nikon D2Xs Gallery and Nikon D4 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D2Xs has got outside 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) and the Nikon D4 has dimensions of 160mm x 157mm x 91mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon D2Xs and Nikon D4 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the D2Xs vs the D4.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the D2Xs and D4 is 51 and 50 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specifications. The picture below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the D2Xs and D4.

To sum up, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The D2Xs using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Nikon D4 will render greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The more aged D2Xs will be behind with regard to sensor tech.