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Fujifilm IS Pro vs Fujifilm S3 Pro

Portability
55
Imaging
45
Features
43
Overall
44
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro front
 
Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro front
Portability
54
Imaging
43
Features
43
Overall
43

Fujifilm IS Pro vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Key Specs

Fujifilm IS Pro
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 920g - 147 x 113 x 74mm
  • Released July 2007
Fujifilm S3 Pro
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2" Fixed Screen
  • 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
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Fujifilm IS Pro vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Overview

Below, we will be matching up the Fujifilm IS Pro versus Fujifilm S3 Pro, both Pro DSLR cameras and both of them are built by FujiFilm. The resolution of the Fujifilm IS Pro (6MP) and the Fujifilm S3 Pro (6MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm IS Pro was manufactured 2 years later than the Fujifilm S3 Pro and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Large SLR).

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm IS Pro grades versus the Fujifilm S3 Pro when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm IS Pro over the Fujifilm S3 Pro

 Fujifilm IS Pro Fujifilm S3 Pro 
ReleasedJuly 2007March 2005Fresher by 29 months
Screen dimension2.5"2"Bigger screen (+0.5")

Reasons to pick Fujifilm S3 Pro over the Fujifilm IS Pro

 Fujifilm S3 Pro Fujifilm IS Pro 
Screen resolution235k230kCrisper screen (+5k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm IS Pro and Fujifilm S3 Pro

 Fujifilm IS Pro Fujifilm S3 Pro 
Manually focus Dial precise focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch screen Missing Touch screen

Fujifilm IS Pro vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm IS Pro offers outer measurements of 147mm x 113mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") with a weight of 920 grams (2.03 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).

Take a look at the Fujifilm IS Pro versus Fujifilm S3 Pro in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm IS Pro against the Fujifilm S3 Pro.

Fujifilm IS Pro vs Fujifilm S3 Pro size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm IS Pro and Fujifilm S3 Pro is 55 and 54 respectively.

Fujifilm IS Pro vs Fujifilm S3 Pro top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm IS Pro vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm IS Pro and Fujifilm S3 Pro.

Plainly, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of files however you would want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent Fujifilm IS Pro should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm IS Pro vs Fujifilm S3 Pro sensor size comparison

Fujifilm IS Pro vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm IS Pro vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm IS Pro
Portrait photography with Fujifilm S3 Pro
51
focusing manually
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
does not have liveview
MP count low (6 megapixels)
49
focusing manually
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
no liveview
sensor resolution low (6MP)
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm IS Pro Street photography details
Fujifilm S3 Pro Street photography details
54
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
lighter than competitors (920g)
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
56
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
weather proof
lighter than others in class (930g)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm IS Pro
Sports photography with Fujifilm S3 Pro
47
great max shutter speed (1/8,000s)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
has phase detect autofocus
does not have liveview
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (6 megapixels)
46
sensor size is good (APS-C)
weather proof
sensor has phase detect autofocus
no liveview
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm IS Pro Travel photography advice
Fujifilm S3 Pro Travel photography advice
47
lighter than competitors (920 grams)
built-in flash
doesn't have Timelapse function
MP count low (6MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
50
lighter than others in class (930g)
weather proof
built-in flash
does not have Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution low (6MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm IS Pro Landscape photography factors
Fujifilm S3 Pro Landscape photography factors
45
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Nikon F mount)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
screen is small (2.5")
does not have liveview
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (6MP)
doesn't have Timelapse function
47
focusing manually
change lenses (Nikon F mount)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
weather proof
screen is small (2 inches)
no liveview
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6MP)
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm IS Pro Vlogging features
Fujifilm S3 Pro Vlogging features
9
no video shooting
9
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Fujifilm IS Pro vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm IS Pro and Fujifilm S3 Pro
 Fujifilm FinePix IS ProFujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
General Information
Make FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
Class Pro DSLR Pro DSLR
Released 2007-07-13 2005-03-16
Body design Large SLR Large SLR
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23 x 15.5mm 23 x 15.5mm
Sensor area 356.5mm² 356.5mm²
Sensor resolution 6 megapixel 6 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Peak resolution 4256 x 2848 4256 x 2848
Highest native ISO 3200 1600
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Lens
Lens mounting type Nikon F Nikon F
Amount of lenses 309 309
Crop factor 1.6 1.6
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.5 inches 2 inches
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 235 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 95% 94%
Viewfinder magnification 0.63x -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 12.00 m 15.00 m
Flash modes Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/250 seconds 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Highest video resolution None None
Mic input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 920 grams (2.03 lb) 930 grams (2.05 lb)
Dimensions 147 x 113 x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") 148 x 135 x 80mm (5.8" x 5.3" x 3.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 60
DXO Color Depth score not tested 20.9
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 13.5
DXO Low light score not tested 346
Other
Self timer Yes (2 to 20 sec) Yes (2, 5, 2 or 100 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media Compact Flash (Type I or II) xD Picture Card, Compact Flash Type I or II
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at release $0 $0