Canon 1Ds MII vs Fujifilm S3 Pro
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![Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II front Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon-EOS-1Ds-Mark-II-ek-fs.jpg)
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Canon 1Ds MII vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 17MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1565g - 156 x 158 x 80mm
- Introduced October 2005
- Earlier Model is Canon 1Ds
- Successor is Canon 1Ds MIII
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 930g - 148 x 135 x 80mm
- Revealed March 2005
- Earlier Model is Fujifilm S2 Pro
- New Model is Fujifilm S5 Pro
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Canon 1Ds MII vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Canon 1Ds MII and Fujifilm S3 Pro, both Pro DSLR cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the 1Ds MII (17MP) and Fujifilm S3 Pro (6MP) and the 1Ds MII (Full frame) and Fujifilm S3 Pro (APS-C) have different sensor sizing.
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The 1Ds MII was released 7 months later than the Fujifilm S3 Pro so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).
Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the 1Ds MII scores vs the Fujifilm S3 Pro in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon 1Ds MII vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II and Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro. The complete galleries are available at Canon 1Ds MII Gallery and Fujifilm S3 Pro Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1Ds MII over the Fujifilm S3 Pro
1Ds MII | Fujifilm S3 Pro | |||
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Revealed | October 2005 | ![]() | March 2005 | More recent by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S3 Pro over the Canon 1Ds MII
Fujifilm S3 Pro | 1Ds MII | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen resolution | 235k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+5k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 1Ds MII and Fujifilm S3 Pro
1Ds MII | Fujifilm S3 Pro | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2" | ![]() | 2" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Canon 1Ds MII vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon 1Ds MII enjoys exterior measurements of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") along with a weight of 1565 grams (3.45 lbs) while the Fujifilm S3 Pro has sizing of 148mm x 135mm x 80mm (5.8" x 5.3" x 3.1") having a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs).
Look at the Canon 1Ds MII and Fujifilm S3 Pro in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the 1Ds MII against the Fujifilm S3 Pro.
![Canon 1Ds MII vs Fujifilm S3 Pro size comparison Canon 1Ds MII vs Fujifilm S3 Pro size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-1Ds-Mark-II-vs-Fujifilm-FinePix-S3-Pro-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 1Ds MII and Fujifilm S3 Pro is 50 and 54 respectively.
![Canon 1Ds MII vs Fujifilm S3 Pro top view buttons comparison Canon 1Ds MII vs Fujifilm S3 Pro top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-1Ds-Mark-II-vs-Fujifilm-FinePix-S3-Pro-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon 1Ds MII vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements simply by seeing specs. The photograph here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 1Ds MII and Fujifilm S3 Pro.
All in all, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 1Ds MII featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Canon 1Ds MII will show more detail as a result of its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher 1Ds MII provides a benefit in sensor technology.
![Canon 1Ds MII vs Fujifilm S3 Pro sensor size comparison Canon 1Ds MII vs Fujifilm S3 Pro sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-1Ds-Mark-II-vs-Fujifilm-FinePix-S3-Pro-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon 1Ds MII vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon 1Ds MII vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon 1Ds MII vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-1Ds-Mark-II-vs-Fujifilm-FinePix-S3-Pro-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon 1Ds MII vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Specifications
Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro |
Type | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
Introduced | 2005-10-11 | 2005-03-16 |
Body design | Large SLR | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 23 x 15.5mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 356.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 17 megapixels | 6 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4992 x 3328 | 4256 x 2848 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 45 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF | Nikon F |
Total lenses | 250 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2" | 2" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 235 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 94% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 15.00 m |
Flash modes | External | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | None | None |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1565g (3.45 pounds) | 930g (2.05 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 156 x 158 x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") | 148 x 135 x 80mm (5.8" x 5.3" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 74 | 60 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.3 | 20.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.3 | 13.5 |
DXO Low light rating | 1480 | 346 |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 2 or 100 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II), SD card | xD Picture Card, Compact Flash Type I or II |
Storage slots | Dual | 1 |
Price at release | $12,000 | $0 |