Canon M3 vs Fujifilm S3 Pro
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Canon M3 vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 366g - 111 x 68 x 44mm
- Launched February 2015
- New Model is Canon M6
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 930g - 148 x 135 x 80mm
- Introduced March 2005
- Earlier Model is Fujifilm S2 Pro
- Successor is Fujifilm S5 Pro

Canon M3 vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Overview
Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon M3 and Fujifilm S3 Pro, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro DSLR by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the M3 (24MP) and Fujifilm S3 Pro (6MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

The M3 was manufactured 10 years later than the Fujifilm S3 Pro and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Canon M3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm S3 Pro being a Large SLR camera.
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the M3 grades vs the Fujifilm S3 Pro when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon M3 vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M3 and Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro. The entire galleries are provided at Canon M3 Gallery and Fujifilm S3 Pro Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M3 over the Fujifilm S3 Pro
M3 | Fujifilm S3 Pro | |||
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Introduced | February 2015 | ![]() | March 2005 | More recent by 121 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2" | Larger display (+1") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 235k | Sharper display (+805k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S3 Pro over the Canon M3
Fujifilm S3 Pro | M3 |
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Common features in the Canon M3 and Fujifilm S3 Pro
M3 | Fujifilm S3 Pro | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Canon M3 vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon M3 enjoys exterior dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") having a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) while the Fujifilm S3 Pro has dimensions of 148mm x 135mm x 80mm (5.8" x 5.3" x 3.1") and a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs).
Look at the Canon M3 and Fujifilm S3 Pro in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the M3 and the Fujifilm S3 Pro.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the M3 and Fujifilm S3 Pro is 85 and 54 respectively.

Canon M3 vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the M3 and Fujifilm S3 Pro.
As you can tell, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Canon M3 to offer you greater detail due to its extra 18MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The more modern M3 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Canon M3 vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon M3 vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Specifications
Canon EOS M3 | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon EOS M3 | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro DSLR |
Launched | 2015-02-06 | 2005-03-16 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23 x 15.5mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 356.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 6 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4256 x 2848 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF-M | Nikon F |
Total lenses | 23 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 235 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 94% |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.2 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 15.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 366g (0.81 pounds) | 930g (2.05 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 68 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") | 148 x 135 x 80mm (5.8" x 5.3" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 72 | 60 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.8 | 20.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.8 | 13.5 |
DXO Low light score | 1169 | 346 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LP-E17 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 2 or 100 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | xD Picture Card, Compact Flash Type I or II |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $481 | $0 |