Canon 1D MIV vs Fujifilm S3 Pro

Following is a in depth assessment of the Canon 1D MIV vs Fujifilm S3 Pro, both Pro DSLR digital cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the 1D MIV (16MP) and Fujifilm S3 Pro (6MP) and the 1D MIV (APS-H) and Fujifilm S3 Pro (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The 1D MIV was released 5 years after the Fujifilm S3 Pro which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the 1D MIV scores vs the Fujifilm S3 Pro in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1D Mark IV & Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 1D MIV Gallery & Fujifilm S3 Pro Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon 1D MIV comes with external measurements of 156mm x 157mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") along with a weight of 1230 grams (2.71 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S3 Pro has measurements of 148mm x 135mm x 80mm (5.8" x 5.3" x 3.1") and a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the 1D MIV and the Fujifilm S3 Pro.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 1D MIV and Fujifilm S3 Pro is 51 and 54 respectively.

Often, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking technical specs. The image underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D MIV and Fujifilm S3 Pro.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 1D MIV because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon 1D MIV will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern 1D MIV will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.