D2H

Calling it “unbelievably responsive,” the editors of American Photo designated the Nikon D2H as an Editor’s Choice for 2004. Besides discussing the D2H’s amazing battery power and ability to shoot a “sizzling 8fps,” the editors also called its magnesium-alloy body “the most comfortable and besthandling we’ve ever used.” The writers were also awed by the D2H’s wireless transmitter capability, calling it the camera’s “biggest innovation.”

Shutterbug’s Uwe Steinmueller summarized his review of the Nikon D2h by saying, “There is no other camera in this league on the market right now.” Focusing on the D2H’s unique features, Steinmueller also praised the camera’s light but professional feel. From seeing 100% of the image in the viewfinder, to taking 2000 shots with one battery charge, Shutterbug magazine proclaimed the Nikon D2H as “a statement on technology by Nikon to all professional photographers.”

Reviewed by Jonathan Barkey in American Photo, the D2H gained respect from the editor for its high image quality and the professional design of the camera. Barkey was impressed with the D2H’s high speed and the instant post-shot review function. Barkey was also impressed by the new auto flash system and enhanced metering system, as well as the innovative design of the controls on the camera. The review also touched upon the wireless innovation, and Barkey was impressed and thrilled with the ability to take images and to see them simultaneously transmit to his computer.