FujiFilm S1600 vs Fujifilm S3 Pro
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FujiFilm S1600 vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Announced February 2010
- Additionally Known as FinePix S1770
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 930g - 148 x 135 x 80mm
- Released March 2005
- Older Model is Fujifilm S2 Pro
- Later Model is Fujifilm S5 Pro

FujiFilm S1600 vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Overview
Let's take a closer look at the FujiFilm S1600 and Fujifilm S3 Pro, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro DSLR and they are both manufactured by FujiFilm. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the S1600 (12MP) and Fujifilm S3 Pro (6MP) and the S1600 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm S3 Pro (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

The S1600 was announced 4 years later than the Fujifilm S3 Pro and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm S1600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm S3 Pro being a Large SLR camera.
Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the S1600 grades against the Fujifilm S3 Pro in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S1600 and Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S1600 Gallery and Fujifilm S3 Pro Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1600 over the Fujifilm S3 Pro
S1600 | Fujifilm S3 Pro | |||
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Released | February 2010 | ![]() | March 2005 | Fresher by 60 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2" | Larger display (+1") |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S3 Pro over the FujiFilm S1600
Fujifilm S3 Pro | S1600 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display resolution | 235k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+5k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S1600 and Fujifilm S3 Pro
S1600 | Fujifilm S3 Pro | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm S1600 vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm S1600 offers physical measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") and a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Fujifilm S3 Pro has proportions of 148mm x 135mm x 80mm (5.8" x 5.3" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs).
Compare the FujiFilm S1600 and Fujifilm S3 Pro in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the S1600 and the Fujifilm S3 Pro.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1600 and Fujifilm S3 Pro is 78 and 54 respectively.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor sizing only by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1600 and Fujifilm S3 Pro.
As you can see, both of those cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S1600 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field harder and the FujiFilm S1600 will result in greater detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The newer S1600 will have a benefit in sensor technology.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S1600 vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S1600 | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S1600 | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro |
Also called as | FinePix S1770 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Pro DSLR |
Announced | 2010-02-02 | 2005-03-16 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23 x 15.5mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 356.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 6 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4256 x 2848 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Nikon F |
Lens zoom range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/4.0-4.8 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 309 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 235k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 99 percent | 94 percent |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 15.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 337g (0.74 lb) | 930g (2.05 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 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 ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 2 or 100 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | xD Picture Card, Compact Flash Type I or II |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $130 | $0 |