Canon EOS 700D vs Nikon D2H

This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 700D and Nikon D2H. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Canon EOS 700D is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon D2H is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.

Canon EOS 700D were released 2013 and Nikon D2H was released 2003. That is a 10 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Canon EOS 700D 2013
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 700D has a "Canon APS-C"-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 700D 80 mm
Canon APS-C sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6
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 700D has a 18 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 700D 18 MP
17915904 pixels
5184 x 3456
Nikon D2H 4 MP
4021248 pixels
2464 x 1632

Canon EOS 700D has a 346 % 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 700D has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D2H. Canon EOS 700D has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Nikon D2H has 200 to 1600.

Camera ISO Range
Canon EOS 700D 100-12800
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 700D
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 700D 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 700D 5
Nikon D2H 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 700D. 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 107% heavier than Canon EOS 700D and its 580 gr (or 1.28 lb).

Camera Weight
Canon EOS 700D 580 gr
1.28 lb
Nikon D2H 1200 gr
2.65 lb

Canon EOS 700D vs Nikon D2H Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 700D 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 700D
Nikon D2H
Name Canon EOS 700D Nikon D2H
Manufacturer Canon Nikon
Release Date and Price
Canon EOS 700D
Nikon D2H
Release Year 2013 2003
Release Date 2013-03-21 2003-07-22
MSRP 899 USD 3500 USD
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Camera Type
Canon EOS 700D
Nikon D2H
Camera Type DSLR DSLR
Sensor
Canon EOS 700D
Nikon D2H
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 5184 x 3456 pixels 2464 x 1632 pixels
Megapixels 18 MP 4 MP
Image Processor DIGIC 5 Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration)
Image
Canon EOS 700D
Nikon D2H
ISO Range 100 - 12800 200 - 1600
White Balance Presets 6 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 700D
Nikon D2H
Autofocus Motor Yes Yes
Autofocus Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Selective Single Point
Single
Continuous
Face Detection
LiveView
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Selective Single Point
Single
Continuous
Focus Points 9 9
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 700D
Nikon D2H
Articulated LCD Fully articulated Fixed
Screen size 3” 2,5”
Screen dots 1040000 211000
Touch screen Yes No
Screen type Clear View II TFT LCD N/A
Live view Yes No
Viewfinder Type Optical (pentamirror) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder Coverage 95% 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.85× (0.53× 35mm equiv.) 0.86× (0.57× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution 0 N/A
Photography features
Canon EOS 700D
Nikon D2H
Frames per second 5 fps 8 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/4000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Built-in Flash Yes No
Built-in Flash Range 13 meters 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 +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
Videography features
Canon EOS 700D
Nikon D2H
Video recording Yes No
Video format 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
Canon EOS 700D
Nikon D2H
Memory Card SD/SDHC
Compact Flash
Connectivity
Canon EOS 700D
Nikon D2H
HDMI Output Yes No
Microphone Port Yes No
Headphone Port No No
Wireless Yes
Eye-Fi Connected
No
Remote Control Yes (RC-6 connector)
Remote control is supported
GPS Yes
Optional through GP-E2
No
Body & Dimensions
Canon EOS 700D
Nikon D2H
Enviromentally sealed No No
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details Lithium-Ion LP-E8 rechargeable battery & charger
Nikon EN-EL4 Li-ion battery
Battery Life (CIPA) 440 shots N/A
Width 133 mm 158 mm
Height 100 mm 150 mm
Depth 79 mm 86 mm
Weight 580 gram 1200 gram