Nikon D2H

The professional speed demon of the digital era

Nikon D2H
79/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Nikon
Model 25201

Key Features

SENSOR 4.1 megapixel Nikon DX-format LBCAST sensor
PROCESSOR Nikon proprietary image processing engine
AUTOFOCUS Multi-CAM 2000 AF sensor module with 11 AF points
PHASE DETECTION Dedicated phase detection module with 9 cross-type sensors
VIDEO None
STABILIZATION None (lens-based only)
BURST RATE 8 frames per second up to 40 frames
VIEWFINDER Optical pentaprism with 100% coverage
DISPLAY 2.5-inch TFT LCD, 211,000 dots, fixed
CONNECTIVITY USB 1.1, NTSC/PAL video out, 10-pin terminal
MEMORY CARD Single CompactFlash (Type I/II) slot
WEATHER SEALING Magnesium alloy chassis with extensive weather sealing
BATTERY LIFE Approx. 2,000 shots per charge (EN-EL4)

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Nikon D2H

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present
Mode Dial ✗ Not Present Uses Mode button + Command dial
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ✓ Present
Dedicated ISO Button ✓ Present
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ~ Limited Lens ring or sub-command dial
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ~ Limited Main command dial
AF-ON Button ✓ Present
Main Command Dial ✓ Present
Sub-Command Dial ✓ Present
Function (Fn) Buttons ✓ Present
Joystick / Multi-selector ✓ Present
AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp ✓ Present
Monitor Mode Button ✗ Not Present
Video Record Button ✗ Not Present
Drive Mode Control ✓ Present Dedicated dial

How-to Use Nikon D2H

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Nikon D2H Exposure Indicators

Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV
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The key to the photography is light, and it’s the exposure indicators, where you see how much light your camera sensor sees. These indicators both in monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under or over-exposed at the current setting. The amount of under or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV.

Learn & Master Photography with Nikon D2H

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Technical Specification

Sensor DX-format LBCAST
Resolution 4.1 Megapixels
ISO Range 200-1600 (expandable to 3200)
Autofocus 11-point Multi-CAM 2000
Shutter Speed 1/8000 to 30 sec
Burst Rate 8 fps
Video N/A
Stabilization None
Viewfinder Eye-level pentaprism
LCD 2.5-inch fixed LCD
Memory Card CompactFlash Type I/II
Connectivity USB 1.1, 10-pin remote
Battery Life 2000 shots
Weight 1070g (body only)
Dimensions 157.5 x 149.5 x 85.5 mm