Fujifilm IS Pro vs Nikon D3

The following is a thorough comparison of the Fujifilm IS Pro and Nikon D3, both Pro DSLR digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm IS Pro (6MP) and D3 (12MP) and the Fujifilm IS Pro (APS-C) and D3 (Full frame) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm IS Pro was manufactured 9 months prior to the D3 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Large SLR).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm IS Pro grades vs the D3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro & Nikon D3. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm IS Pro Gallery & Nikon D3 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm IS Pro offers outside dimensions of 147mm x 113mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) whilst the Nikon D3 has dimensions of 160mm x 157mm x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") and a weight of 1300 grams (2.87 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm IS Pro and Nikon D3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm IS Pro versus the D3.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm IS Pro and D3 is 55 and 50 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by going over a spec sheet. The image here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm IS Pro and D3.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm IS Pro due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Nikon D3 will deliver more detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm IS Pro is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.