Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III vs Nikon D2H

This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III and Nikon D2H. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon D2H is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.

Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III were released 2007 and Nikon D2H was released 2003. That is a 4 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III 2007
Nikon D2H 2003

Type of camera

Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III has a "Canon Full Frame"-sensor while Nikon D2H has a "Nikon DX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.

Camera Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 **
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III 50 mm
Full-frame sensor
No crop factor/focal length multiplier
Nikon D2H 75 mm
Nikon DX sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5

** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"

Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)

Resolution

Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III has a 21,1 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D2H has 4 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Camera Megapixels
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III 21,1 MP
21026304 pixels
5616 x 3744
Nikon D2H 4 MP
4021248 pixels
2464 x 1632

Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III has a 423 % larger resolution than Nikon D2H. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.

ISO range

Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D2H. Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III has an ISO range that stretches from 50 to 3200 while Nikon D2H has 200 to 1600.

Camera ISO Range
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III 50-3200
Nikon D2H 200-1600

Autofocus and lens compatibility

Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.

Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D2H

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds and Nikon D2H can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III 5
Nikon D2H 8

Ability to record movies

It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.

Though, neither Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III or Nikon D2H can shoot movies so if that is a functionality that you are really looking for you should look elsewhere.

Weight

The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.

Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III weighs 1385 gr (equal to 3.05 lb) which is 15% heavier than Nikon D2H and its 1200 gr (or 2.65 lb).

Camera Weight
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III 1385 gr
3.05 lb
Nikon D2H 1200 gr
2.65 lb

Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III vs Nikon D2H Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III and Nikon D2H, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.

Product
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III
Nikon D2H
Name Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III Nikon D2H
Manufacturer Canon Nikon
Release Date and Price
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III
Nikon D2H
Release Year 2007 2003
Release Date 2007-08-20 2003-07-22
MSRP 6999 USD 3500 USD
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Camera Type
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III
Nikon D2H
Camera Type DSLR DSLR
Sensor
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III
Nikon D2H
Sensor Size Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm)
Also known as "DX"
Sensor Type CMOS JFET
Resolution 5616 x 3744 pixels 2464 x 1632 pixels
Megapixels 21,1 MP 4 MP
Image Processor DUAL DIGIC 3 Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration)
Image
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III
Nikon D2H
ISO Range 50 - 3200 200 - 1600
White Balance Presets 8 6
Custom White Balance Yes Yes
Image Stabilization No No
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating 0 stops 0 stops
Uncompressed format RAW RAW
Optics & Focus
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III
Nikon D2H
Autofocus Motor Yes Yes
Autofocus Phase Detect
Multi Area
Selective Single Point
Single
Continuous
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Selective Single Point
Single
Continuous
Focus Points 45 9
Lens Mount Canon EF

See Compatible Lenses
Nikon F

See Compatible Lenses
Focal Length Multiplier Full frame
No multiplier
Example:
24 mm remains 24 mm
50 mm remains 50 mm
100 mm remains 100 mm
200 mm remains 200 mm
DX / APS-C (1.5x)
1.5x multiplier
Example:
24 mm becomes 36 mm
50 mm becomes 75 mm
100 mm becomes 150 mm
200 mm becomes 300 mm
Screen & Viewfinder
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III
Nikon D2H
Articulated LCD Fixed Fixed
Screen size 3” 2,5”
Screen dots 230000 211000
Touch screen No No
Screen type N/A N/A
Live view Yes No
Viewfinder Type Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder Coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.76× 0.86× (0.57× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution N/A N/A
Photography features
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III
Nikon D2H
Frames per second 5 fps 8 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/8000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Built-in Flash No No
Built-in Flash Range N/A N/A
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes Yes
Time-lapse Yes Yes
Metering modes Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Partial
Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Exposure Compensation +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
Videography features
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III
Nikon D2H
Video recording No No
Video format N/A N/A
Video resolution N/A N/A
Built-in Microphone No No
Built-in Speakers No No
Storage
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III
Nikon D2H
Memory Card Compact Flash
SD/SDHC
Compact Flash
Connectivity
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III
Nikon D2H
HDMI Output No No
Microphone Port No No
Headphone Port No No
Wireless Yes
Optional with WFT-E2 II
No
Remote Control Yes (N3 connector) Remote control is supported
GPS No No
Body & Dimensions
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III
Nikon D2H
Enviromentally sealed Yes No
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details Canon LP-E4N Battery Pack
Nikon EN-EL4 Li-ion battery
Battery Life (CIPA) 1800 shots N/A
Width 150 mm 158 mm
Height 160 mm 150 mm
Depth 80 mm 86 mm
Weight 1385 gram 1200 gram