Canon EOS 7D Mark II vs Nikon D2Hs
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 7D Mark II and Nikon D2Hs. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS 7D Mark II is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon D2Hs is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.
Canon EOS 7D Mark II were released 2014 and Nikon D2Hs was released 2006. That is a 8 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS 7D Mark II | 2014 |
Nikon D2Hs | 2006 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS 7D Mark II has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D2Hs 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 7D Mark II | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
Nikon D2Hs | 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 7D Mark II has a 20 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D2Hs has 4 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS 7D Mark II |
20 MP
19961856 pixels 5472 x 3648 |
Nikon D2Hs |
4 MP
4021248 pixels 2464 x 1632 |
Canon EOS 7D Mark II has a 396 % larger resolution than Nikon D2Hs. 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 7D Mark II has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D2Hs. Canon EOS 7D Mark II has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 16000 while Nikon D2Hs has 200 to 1600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS 7D Mark II | 100-16000 |
Nikon D2Hs | 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 7D Mark II
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D2Hs
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS 7D Mark II can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds and Nikon D2Hs can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS 7D Mark II | 10 |
Nikon D2Hs | 8 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
When comparing these two cameras there is only one of them that can shoot movies and that is Canon EOS 7D Mark II. Unfortunately Nikon D2Hs does not support recording movies and movie clips.
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.
Nikon D2Hs weighs 1200 gr (equal to 2.65 lb) which is 32% heavier than Canon EOS 7D Mark II and its 910 gr (or 2.01 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS 7D Mark II | 910 gr 2.01 lb |
Nikon D2Hs | 1200 gr 2.65 lb |
Canon EOS 7D Mark II vs Nikon D2Hs Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 7D Mark II and Nikon D2Hs, 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 7D Mark II |
Nikon D2Hs |
Name | Canon EOS 7D Mark II | Nikon D2Hs |
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS 7D Mark II |
Nikon D2Hs |
Release Year | 2014 | 2006 |
Release Date | 2014-09-15 | 2005-02-16 |
MSRP | 1799 USD | 3499 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS 7D Mark II |
Nikon D2Hs |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Canon EOS 7D Mark II |
Nikon D2Hs |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX" |
Sensor Type | CMOS | JFET |
Resolution | 5472 x 3648 pixels | 2464 x 1632 pixels |
Megapixels | 20 MP | 4 MP |
Image Processor | DUAL DIGIC 6 | Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration) |
Image |
Canon EOS 7D Mark II |
Nikon D2Hs |
ISO Range | 100 - 16000 | 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 7D Mark II |
Nikon D2Hs |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Focus Points | 65 | 11 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 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 7D Mark II |
Nikon D2Hs |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fixed |
Screen size | 3” | 2.5” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 235000 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | Clear View II TFT-LCD | N/A |
Live view | Yes | No |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 1× (0.62× 35mm equiv.) | 0.86× (0.57× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Canon EOS 7D Mark II |
Nikon D2Hs |
Frames per second | 10 fps | 8 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | No |
Built-in Flash Range | 10 meters | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS 7D Mark II |
Nikon D2Hs |
Video recording | Yes | No |
Video format |
MPEG4 |
N/A |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
N/A |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | No |
Storage |
Canon EOS 7D Mark II |
Nikon D2Hs |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS 7D Mark II |
Nikon D2Hs |
HDMI Output | Yes | No |
Microphone Port | Yes | No |
Headphone Port | Yes | No |
Wireless | No | No |
Remote Control | Yes (wired or wireless) | Supported |
GPS |
Yes Built-in |
No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS 7D Mark II |
Nikon D2Hs |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
LP-E6N lithium-ion battery and charger
|
Nikon EN-EL4 Litium-ion battery
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 670 shots | N/A |
Width | 149 mm | 158 mm |
Height | 112 mm | 150 mm |
Depth | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Weight | 910 gram | 1200 gram |