Editorial Review:

Product Description:
4.1 Megapixel for up to 2,464 x 1,632 Resolution Images / 2.5 Inch LCD / Compact Flash and Microdrive Memory Storage / PC and Macintosh / NO LENS Advanced 3D-Color Matrix Metering II for more precise exposure accuracy / Multi-CAM 2000 AF Sensor Module for sharp autofocus Support for optional Nikon WT-2A Wireless Transmitter offering improved transfer speeds up to 54mbs using 802.11g technology and easier connection settings with FTP + PTP/IP for wireless camera control using latest Nikon Capture 4.2 software Supports the sYCC color space - Offers wider color gamut when printing JPEG to sYCC compatible printers Nikon Creative Lighting System - When used with optional Nikon SB-800 and SB-600 Speedlights, the D2Hs maximizes the potential of the Nikon Creative Lighting System with high precision flash performance including i-TTL flash control and support for Nikon's Advanced Wireless Lighting, FP High-Speed Sync, Modeling flash and more CompactFlash I/II and MicroDrive image storage capability (requires separate purchase) Exposure Modes - 1) [P] Programmed Auto (Flexible program possible), 2) [S] Shutter-Priority Auto, 3) [A] Aperture-Priority Auto, 4) [M] Manual. Exposure compensated in ?5.0 EV range in 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV steps, Detected exposure value locked by pressing AE-L/AF-L button, Auto Exposure bracketing; Number of shots - 2 to 9 frames Compensation steps - 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, or 1 EV steps Auto and Manual Focus modes Video Output - NTSC or PAL (can be switched by user via the menu) Playback Function - 1) Full frame, 2) Thumbnail (4/9 segments), 3) One-touch zoom, ) Slideshow, 5) Histogram indication, and Highlight point display Delete Function - 1) Card format, 2) All frames delete, 3) Selected frames delete Unit Dimensions (WxHxD) - 6.2 x 5.9 x 3.4 inch / Weight (without batteries) - 2.4lbs Data transfer possible with Windows PC and Macintosh

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Rating: - The joy of eight frames a second
You can shoot 8 frames per second, up to 50 frames continuously (jpeg, 40 raw) with this Nikon workhorse. And don't be fooled -- that 8 fps is not just for sports. Being able to zip off shots like that lets me get just the right facial expressions for people and wildlife, and capture subjects at the moment they look straight into my lens. It's terrific for twirling dancers! When I work with this camera I always end up sweating like a pig, but always get at least one shot that is far better than I planned.

Other pluses:
1. Fast focus (otherwise, what's the point?)
2. Good build quality.
3. Accurate battery gauge.
4. Auto ISO (lets you prioritize shutter speed and the camera adjusts the film speed, though I never get good results over 1200 ISO or so).
5. A large bright LCD (chimps rejoice!) makes it easy to review your shots.

Really there's only two problems: image size is just 4.1 meg (sometimes my facial features or other small details suffer) and there's too much noise at high ISOs. How does it camera compare to the new Canon models? In my experience (limited), I noticed that the Canon focused a hair faster and is more forgiving in shadow detail, but my Nikon was always a little more sharp.

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Rating: - Fantastic: Great speed, excellent color, low noise and awesome focus
Most of my friends suggest that I buy a camera by Canon. It would be only 1/3 the price, maybe half the price. But they spend most of the time correcting the RAW files in Aperture or Lightroom and I have always perfect pictures. No corrections, no electronic image retouche. Just great pictures!

And yes, it's worth the price. You save countless hours and tons of GB harddisc space. Don't accept a second best solution. If you can afford a Nikon D2HS SLR go for it!

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Rating: - Excellent Value; Repeat Customer
This is the second factory refurbished camera I have purchased from Cameta Auctions (this time through Amazon.com). Both cameras have been in perfect condition 10/10 and have performed flawlessly. As a result, I have been able to upgrade my equipment to professional level camera bodies at a cost of $[...] on the dollar. I have no hesitation recommending the purchase of factory refurbished cameras, either through Cameta or any of the other vendors with which Amazon is connected.

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Rating: - Buy it only if you're a journalist
This camera is designed for journalists and journalists alone. 4 MP means that the maximum size you can make prints at 300 DPI is roughly 6" x 8". That's fine if you're submitting images to a newspaper, but if you have any chance of wanting enlargements you'll be better off with something with more resolution.

Funny thing is that the Canon sports camera is roughly the same price and shoots 8.5 fps at 8.2 MP. I'm sure Nikon could do better, but perhaps there just isn't a market for Nikon sports cameras, I mean, look at the amount of white lenses on any mayor sporting event!

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Rating: - Speed
I just thought I'd point out that this is a sports camera with an amazing buffer + continuous shooting mode. Here are the specs:

* Continuous High [CH] - 8 fps
* Continuous Low [CL] -1 to 7 fps (programmable)
* Buffer size 50 JPEG frames, 40 NEF (RAW) frames *

THIS is the only reason to buy this camera over the D1X or D70. But if you're looking for a great studio camera, the D1X won't let you down, and if you're just getting into DSLR's, the D50/ D70 are great bodies to get started on.

Thanks for reading!

-Jason