Nikon D2H vs Canon EOS 5DS
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D2H and Canon EOS 5DS. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Nikon D2H is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS 5DS is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.
Nikon D2H were released 2003 and Canon EOS 5DS was released 2015. That is a 12 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Nikon D2H | 2003 |
Canon EOS 5DS | 2015 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Nikon D2H has a "Nikon DX"-sensor while Canon EOS 5DS has a "Canon Full Frame"-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 ** |
Nikon D2H | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Canon EOS 5DS | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** 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 (Nikon)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Resolution
Nikon D2H has a 4 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS 5DS has 51 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Nikon D2H |
4 MP
4021248 pixels 2464 x 1632 |
Canon EOS 5DS |
51 MP
50320896 pixels 8688 x 5792 |
Canon EOS 5DS has a 1151 % 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 5DS has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D2H. Canon EOS 5DS has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 6400 while Nikon D2H has 200 to 1600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Nikon D2H | 200-1600 |
Canon EOS 5DS | 100-6400 |
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 Nikon D2H
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 5DS
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon D2H can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS 5DS can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Nikon D2H | 8 |
Canon EOS 5DS | 5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
It is only one of these two cameras that support recording movies and movie clips and that is Canon EOS 5DS. Sadly, the Nikon D2H does not support this.
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 D2H weighs 1200 gr (equal to 2.65 lb) which is 29% heavier than Canon EOS 5DS and its 930 gr (or 2.05 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Nikon D2H | 1200 gr 2.65 lb |
Canon EOS 5DS | 930 gr 2.05 lb |
Nikon D2H vs Canon EOS 5DS Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D2H and Canon EOS 5DS, 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 |
Nikon D2H |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Name | Nikon D2H | Canon EOS 5DS |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon D2H |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Release Year | 2003 | 2015 |
Release Date | 2003-07-22 | 2015-02-06 |
MSRP | 3500 USD | 3699 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon D2H |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Nikon D2H |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Sensor Size |
APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX" |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Sensor Type | JFET | CMOS |
Resolution | 2464 x 1632 pixels | 8688 x 5792 pixels |
Megapixels | 4 MP | 51 MP |
Image Processor | Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration) | DUAL DIGIC 6 |
Image |
Nikon D2H |
Canon EOS 5DS |
ISO Range | 200 - 1600 | 100 - 6400 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 8 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Nikon D2H |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 9 | 61 |
Lens Mount |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
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 |
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 |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Nikon D2H |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fixed |
Screen size | 2,5” | 3.2” |
Screen dots | 211000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | N/A | ClearView II TFT-LCD |
Live view | No | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.86× (0.57× 35mm equiv.) | 0.71× |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Nikon D2H |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Frames per second | 8 fps | 5 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 |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon D2H |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Video recording | No | Yes |
Video format | N/A |
H.264 |
Video resolution | N/A |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | No | Yes |
Storage |
Nikon D2H |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash |
Compact Flash SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Nikon D2H |
Canon EOS 5DS |
HDMI Output | No | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless | No | No |
Remote Control | Remote control is supported | Yes (Wired and wireless) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon D2H |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Nikon EN-EL4 Li-ion battery
|
LP-E6 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | N/A | 700 shots |
Width | 158 mm | 152 mm |
Height | 150 mm | 116 mm |
Depth | 86 mm | 76 mm |
Weight | 1200 gram | 930 gram |