Nikon D800 vs Nikon D2H

This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D800 and Nikon D2H. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

These cameras are both manufactured by Nikon.

Type of camera

Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Nikon D800 has a "Nikon FX"-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.

** 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)

Resolution

Nikon D800 has a 36,3 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D2H has 4 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Nikon D800 has a 799 % 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

Nikon D800 has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D2H. Nikon D800 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Nikon D2H has 200 to 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 Nikon D800
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. Nikon D800 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds and Nikon D2H can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds.

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 Nikon D800. Unfortunately Nikon D2H 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 D2H weighs 1200 gr (equal to 2.65 lb) which is 33% heavier than Nikon D800 and its 900 gr (or 1.98 lb).

Nikon D800 vs Nikon D2H Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D800 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	Nikon D800	Nikon D2H
Name	Nikon D800	Nikon D2H
Manufacturer	Nikon	Nikon
Release Date and Price	Nikon D800	Nikon D2H
Release Year	2012	2003
Release Date	2012-02-07	2003-07-22
MSRP	2999 USD	3500 USD
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Camera Type	Nikon D800	Nikon D2H
Camera Type	DSLR	DSLR
Sensor	Nikon D800	Nikon D2H
Sensor Size	Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX"	APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX"
Sensor Type	CMOS	JFET
Resolution	7360 x 4912 pixels	2464 x 1632 pixels
Megapixels	36,3 MP	4 MP
Image Processor	EXPEED 3	Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration)
Image	Nikon D800	Nikon D2H
ISO Range	100 - 25600	200 - 1600
White Balance Presets	12	6
Custom White Balance	Yes	Yes
Image Stabilization	No	No
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating	0 stops	0 stops
Uncompressed format	RAW	RAW
Optics & Focus	Nikon D800	Nikon D2H
Autofocus Motor	Yes	Yes
Autofocus	Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView	Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous
Focus Points	51	9
Lens Mount	Nikon F See Compatible Lenses	Nikon F See Compatible Lenses
Focal Length Multiplier	FX (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	Nikon D800	Nikon D2H
Articulated LCD	Fixed	Fixed
Screen size	3,2”	2,5”
Screen dots	921000	211000
Touch screen	No	No
Screen type	TFT Color LCD with 170 degrees wide-viewing angle	N/A
Live view	Yes	No
Viewfinder Type	Optical (pentaprism)	Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder Coverage	100%	100%
Viewfinder Magnification	0.7×	0.86× (0.57× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution	N/A	N/A
Photography features	Nikon D800	Nikon D2H
Frames per second	6 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	12 meters	N/A
External Flash	Yes	Yes
Self-Timer	Yes	Yes
Time-lapse	Yes	Yes
Metering modes	Multi Center Weighted Spot Average	Multi Center Weighted Spot
Exposure Compensation	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 1 EV steps)	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
Videography features	Nikon D800	Nikon D2H
Video recording	Yes	No
Video format	MPEG4 H.264	N/A
Video resolution	1280 x 720 1920 x 1080	N/A
Built-in Microphone	Yes	No
Built-in Speakers	Yes	No
Storage	Nikon D800	Nikon D2H
Memory Card	Compact Flash	Compact Flash
Connectivity	Nikon D800	Nikon D2H
HDMI Output	Yes	No
Microphone Port	Yes	No
Headphone Port	Yes	No
Wireless	Yes Optional with Nikon Wireless Transmitter for D800 (WT-4A)	No
Remote Control	Yes (Optional, wired or wireless)	Remote control is supported
GPS	Yes Optional with GP-1	No
Body & Dimensions	Nikon D800	Nikon D2H
Enviromentally sealed	Yes	No
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	Lithium-Ion EN-EL15 rechargeable battery & charger	Nikon EN-EL4 Li-ion battery
Battery Life (CIPA)	900 shots	N/A
Width	146 mm	158 mm
Height	123 mm	150 mm
Depth	82 mm	86 mm
Weight	900 gram	1200 gram