Nikon D2H vs Canon EOS Kiss X9i

This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D2H and Canon EOS Kiss X9i. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Nikon D2H is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS Kiss X9i is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.

Nikon D2H were released 2003 and Canon EOS Kiss X9i was released 2017. That is a 14 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Nikon D2H 2003
Canon EOS Kiss X9i 2017

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 Kiss X9i has a "Canon APS-C"-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 Kiss X9i 80 mm
Canon APS-C sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6

** 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 Kiss X9i has 24 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 Kiss X9i 24 MP
24000000 pixels
6000 x 4000

Canon EOS Kiss X9i has a 497 % 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 Kiss X9i has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D2H. Canon EOS Kiss X9i has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Nikon D2H has 200 to 1600.

Camera ISO Range
Nikon D2H 200-1600
Canon EOS Kiss X9i 100-25600

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 Kiss X9i

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 Kiss X9i can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Nikon D2H 8
Canon EOS Kiss X9i 6

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 Kiss X9i. 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 126% heavier than Canon EOS Kiss X9i and its 532 gr (or 1.17 lb).

Camera Weight
Nikon D2H 1200 gr
2.65 lb
Canon EOS Kiss X9i 532 gr
1.17 lb

Nikon D2H vs Canon EOS Kiss X9i Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D2H and Canon EOS Kiss X9i, 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 Kiss X9i
Name Nikon D2H Canon EOS Kiss X9i
Manufacturer Nikon Canon
Release Date and Price
Nikon D2H
Canon EOS Kiss X9i
Release Year 2003 2017
Release Date 2003-07-22 2017-02-15
MSRP 3500 USD 749 USD
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Camera Type
Nikon D2H
Canon EOS Kiss X9i
Camera Type DSLR DSLR
Sensor
Nikon D2H
Canon EOS Kiss X9i
Sensor Size APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm)
Also known as "DX"
APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm)
Sensor Type JFET CMOS
Resolution 2464 x 1632 pixels 6000 x 4000 pixels
Megapixels 4 MP 24 MP
Image Processor Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration) DIGIC 7
Image
Nikon D2H
Canon EOS Kiss X9i
ISO Range 200 - 1600 100 - 25600
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
Nikon D2H
Canon EOS Kiss X9i
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
Touch
Face Detection
LiveView
Focus Points 9 45
Lens Mount Nikon F

See Compatible Lenses
Canon EF
Canon EF-S

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
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
Screen & Viewfinder
Nikon D2H
Canon EOS Kiss X9i
Articulated LCD Fixed Fully articulated
Screen size 2,5” 3”
Screen dots 211000 1040000
Touch screen No Yes
Screen type N/A TFT LCD
Live view No Yes
Viewfinder Type Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder Coverage 100% 95%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.86× (0.57× 35mm equiv.) 0.82× (0.51× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution N/A 0
Photography features
Nikon D2H
Canon EOS Kiss X9i
Frames per second 8 fps 6 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/8000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Built-in Flash No Yes
Built-in Flash Range N/A 12 meters
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes Yes
Time-lapse Yes Yes
Metering modes Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Multi
Spot
Partial
Average
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 Kiss X9i
Video recording No Yes
Video format N/A MPEG4
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 Kiss X9i
Memory Card Compact Flash
SD/SDHC
Connectivity
Nikon D2H
Canon EOS Kiss X9i
HDMI Output No Yes
Microphone Port No Yes
Headphone Port No No
Wireless No Yes
Built-in (Includes Bluetooth LE and NFC)
Remote Control Remote control is supported Yes (via smartphone or Bluetooth remote)
GPS No Yes
Optional via Canon GP-E2 GPS Receiver
Body & Dimensions
Nikon D2H
Canon EOS Kiss X9i
Enviromentally sealed No No
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details Nikon EN-EL4 Li-ion battery
LP-E17 lithium-ion battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA) N/A 600 shots
Width 158 mm 131 mm
Height 150 mm 100 mm
Depth 86 mm 76 mm
Weight 1200 gram 532 gram