Canon SX610 HS vs Fujifilm S3 Pro
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Canon SX610 HS vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.8-6.9) lens
- 191g - 105 x 61 x 27mm
- Revealed January 2015
- Earlier Model is Canon SX600 HS
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 930g - 148 x 135 x 80mm
- Introduced March 2005
- Old Model is Fujifilm S2 Pro
- Successor is Fujifilm S5 Pro

Canon SX610 HS vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Canon SX610 HS versus Fujifilm S3 Pro, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro DSLR by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and Fujifilm S3 Pro (6MP) and the SX610 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm S3 Pro (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

The SX610 HS was released 9 years after the Fujifilm S3 Pro which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX610 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S3 Pro being a Large SLR camera.
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SX610 HS grades against the Fujifilm S3 Pro in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX610 HS vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Fujifilm S3 Pro Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX610 HS over the Fujifilm S3 Pro
SX610 HS | Fujifilm S3 Pro | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | ![]() | March 2005 | More modern by 120 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2" | Bigger screen (+1") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 235k | Clearer screen (+687k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S3 Pro over the Canon SX610 HS
Fujifilm S3 Pro | SX610 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX610 HS and Fujifilm S3 Pro
SX610 HS | Fujifilm S3 Pro | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX610 HS vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX610 HS has outer dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S3 Pro has proportions of 148mm x 135mm x 80mm (5.8" x 5.3" x 3.1") along with a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX610 HS versus Fujifilm S3 Pro in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SX610 HS against the Fujifilm S3 Pro.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX610 HS and Fujifilm S3 Pro is 93 and 54 respectively.

Canon SX610 HS vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by seeing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX610 HS and Fujifilm S3 Pro.
As you can see, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SX610 HS featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Canon SX610 HS will produce greater detail as a result of its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The younger SX610 HS should have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Canon SX610 HS vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX610 HS vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Pro DSLR |
Revealed | 2015-01-06 | 2005-03-16 |
Body design | Compact | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23 x 15.5mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 356.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 6 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4256 x 2848 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Nikon F |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.8-6.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 309 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2 inches |
Screen resolution | 922k dot | 235k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 94 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.5fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 15.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 191 gr (0.42 pounds) | 930 gr (2.05 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 61 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 148 x 135 x 80mm (5.8" x 5.3" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 60 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 346 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2, 5, 2 or 100 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | xD Picture Card, Compact Flash Type I or II |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $214 | $0 |