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The Nikon D2Xs was the very last professional full size DX body Nikon ever produced. And yet in my mind, it is still the best DX body Nikon ever made - with certain caveats. Of course, my current D7500 blows it away in low light and dynamic range. The Nikon D2Xs is STRICTLY an ISO 100 camera. Image quality rapidly degrades as you bump ISO. But if you shoot landscapes or portraits at base ISO on a tripod, the D2Xs blows away even the newest cameras, even at 12 megapixels. The micro contrast, the colors, the almost 3D-like quality of the images, cannot be matched by any of the newer DX bodies, even my D7500. This is NOT a forgiving camera. You MUST expose properly to get the most out of the D2Xs. But if you get it right, you will be richly rewarded. Which is still why I use and love this camera.Read full review
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This is a pro camera with rich features not found in consumer grade cameras.This is much more difficult to get exposure right than say a D200.There is plenty of noise on any iso above 400.Colors are dull and can be corrected with Nikon nx software. Very rugged very heavy.Weather sealed.great studio camera.A bear to lug around.I would recommend a d200 with a 18-200 lens for basically the same price as this with no lens.I have a d2hs and I believe its 4 megapixel image is better than this 12 megapixel.Im only comparing sub 500$ cameras in 2015.my d600 smokes this lot but is 3 times the price and feels cheep in the hand.My d200 out shoots both D2xs and D2hs with 800 iso being the most before noise.and is fairly rugged.I bought the D2xs to use with my TC-16A 1.6x and my 300mm 2.8 Manuel focus lens.Giving me a poor mans auto-focus 480mm 4.0 it has accomplished this but if I ever fall in the water here in Alaska I would drown with the weight.Read full review
This camera is like my D1 and D3 series collection; a real Pro-level camera. These earlier Pro DSLRs from Nikon are the Sherman tanks of cameras. This one takes awesome pictures with the right glass on it. The resolution is superb. The only drawback to these cameras, is the battery situation. Finding new batteries that are not Chinese knockoffs, is getting very hard to do. BUT, a fresh battery will let you shoot most all day without having to change batteries.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
I replaced a Fuji S2 Pro with a Nikon D2Xs in 2006. The D2Xs is in an entirely different league. Mostly, one has a lot of superlatives and a few quibbles to say about the D2Xs. The one drawback to the D2Xs is that as a Nikon professional product, pretty much everything that is an accessory specific to the D2** line is priced professionally, too. The Nikon D2Xs uses a 12MP Sony imager. The color performance of the imager is neutral and has good color accuracy. If you like eye-popping color, be prepared to do a fair amount of post-processing. The dynamic range is good, being slightly wider than one may be used to from shooting slide film. Even Fine JPEG output results in files that withstand fair amounts of digital editing without horrid artifacts. The custom color balance facility is excellent, and should be used for any situation that does not fit one of the preset color balance options. The automatic white balance works for some mixed lighting conditions, but not others. Checking a test shot is prudent for any critical work. The D2Xs has reasonable noise characteristics, though outdone by the D3. I commonly use up to ISO 800 for shooting action without qualms. If shooting for enlargements over 8x10", though, you will likely want to use lower ISO settings. The ISO range above 800 produces prominent noise, requires careful attention to exposure, and noticeably reduces resolution of images. The D2Xs has a "crop mode" that yields about half the currently-set megapixels per image. I have found this useful for dog sport action photography, as the maximum frame rate increases from 5 fps to 8 fps when in crop mode. When one does not intend maximum-size enlargements, crop mode becomes a handy tool. The reduced taking area is masked in the viewfinder with selection of crop mode. Essentially, Nikon obviated most needs for the D2Hs camera by providing crop mode on the D2Xs. It provides a frame rate on a par with the D2Hs in this mode, though it reduces the view angle of whatever lens is attached. The D2Xs can thus perform almost all the functions of the D2Hs as well as its own. The D2Xs has typical Nikon pro build quality. This means environmental seals to help deal with inclement weather and bad locations, a strong metal frame, and heavy-duty user control interfaces. It also means it is a heavy camera. I'm 6'3" and about 200#, and this camera is a bit taxing to carry around for me. Especially when paired with a killer lens like the Nikkor 70-200mm VR, one is talking about serious weight. I commonly use at least a monopod if I will be taking photos for any extended length of time. What Nikon has provided over the years are ergonomics suited to the professional photographer. Most of the things that are needed for shot-to-shot adjustment on the D2Xs have operable controls or at least dedicated menus, as in the ISO, quality, and color balance controls on the rear of the camera. The menu system allows a plethora of tuning adjustments to the behavior of the camera and how the images are produced and processed. Despite the ultimate complexity, I was able to get acquainted with my D2Xs within a couple of days and successfully shot a day-long event with it. While an inspired photographer can make art with a Holga point-and-shoot, the inspired photographer will find in the Nikon D2Xs a complement to achieve images with the highest technical perfection as well. What it takes away are excuses for sub-par performance.Read full review
I have been taking photos now for several years and wanted to move into a more professional line of equipment. The Nikon D2xs was a step in the right direction. This is one solid unit, with the ability to go from a point and shoot ( not what you want to spend the money for) to a fully manual digital camera with the versatility to capture shots in almost any environment. I have used other brands such as the Canon EOS but have not had the success in the end results as I have had with the D2XS. The large L.C.D. screen, easy to use controls and a view finder with a gaggle of information, makes this camera easy to operate once you begin to refine your technique. If you have a passion for photography and are thinking about moving into a Nikon, you may want to check out sites such as www.kenrockwell.com, or www.nikonians.org. Both sites provide excellent reviews, tips and tricks of cameras, lens, etc and will help you understand and enjoy the world of photography.Read full review
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