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Fujifilm IS Pro vs Nikon D3S

Portability
55
Imaging
45
Features
43
Overall
44
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro front
 
Nikon D3S front
Portability
51
Imaging
57
Features
63
Overall
59

Fujifilm IS Pro vs Nikon D3S 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
  • Launched July 2007
Nikon D3S
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Increase to 102400)
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 1240g - 160 x 157 x 88mm
  • Released February 2010
  • Older Model is Nikon D3
  • Newer Model is Nikon D4
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Fujifilm IS Pro vs Nikon D3S Overview

Here is a detailed analysis of the Fujifilm IS Pro vs Nikon D3S, both Pro DSLR digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm IS Pro (6MP) and D3S (12MP) and the Fujifilm IS Pro (APS-C) and D3S (Full frame) boast different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm IS Pro was manufactured 3 years prior to the D3S and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Large SLR).

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm IS Pro scores vs the D3S with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm IS Pro over the Nikon D3S

 Fujifilm IS Pro D3S 

Reasons to pick Nikon D3S over the Fujifilm IS Pro

 D3S Fujifilm IS Pro 
ReleasedFebruary 2010July 2007Fresher by 31 months
Screen dimensions3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution921k230kSharper screen (+691k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm IS Pro and Nikon D3S

 Fujifilm IS Pro D3S 
Manual focus More exact focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

Fujifilm IS Pro vs Nikon D3S Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm IS Pro enjoys physical dimensions of 147mm x 113mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") along with a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) whilst the Nikon D3S has sizing of 160mm x 157mm x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") and a weight of 1240 grams (2.73 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm IS Pro vs the D3S.

Fujifilm IS Pro vs Nikon D3S size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm IS Pro and D3S is 55 and 51 respectively.

Fujifilm IS Pro vs Nikon D3S top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm IS Pro vs Nikon D3S Sensor Comparison

Usually, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking specifications. The visual underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm IS Pro and D3S.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm IS Pro due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Nikon D3S will resolve greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm IS Pro is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm IS Pro vs Nikon D3S sensor size comparison

Fujifilm IS Pro vs Nikon D3S Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm IS Pro vs Nikon D3S Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm IS Pro
Portrait photography with Nikon D3S
51
manual focus
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW files
doesn't have liveview
low MP (6 megapixels)
64
manual focus
sensor size is large (Full frame)
exports RAW files
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm IS Pro Street photography information
Nikon D3S Street photography information
54
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW files
lighter than competition in class (920 grams)
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
55
sensor size is large (Full frame)
exports RAW files
environment proofing
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm IS Pro
Sports photography with Nikon D3S
47
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
comes with phase detect autofocus
doesn't have liveview
does not have image stabilization
low MP (6MP)
66
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
has tracking focus
environment proofing
great battery power (4,200 per charge)
supports phase detect auto focus
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm IS Pro
Travel photography with Nikon D3S
47
lighter than competition in class (920 grams)
built-in flash
doesn't have Timelapse mode
low MP (6MP)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
51
great battery power (4,200 shots)
environment proofing
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm IS Pro
Landscape photography with Nikon D3S
45
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Nikon F mount)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW files
screen is small (2.5 inches)
doesn't have liveview
does not have image stabilization
low MP (6MP)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
67
manual focus
swap lenses (Nikon F mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
exports RAW files
environment proofing
great battery power (4,200 CIPA)
two card slots
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm IS Pro Vlogging highlights
Nikon D3S Vlogging highlights
9
no video recording
15
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing mic socket
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Fujifilm IS Pro vs Nikon D3S Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm IS Pro and Nikon D3S
 Fujifilm FinePix IS ProNikon D3S
General Information
Make FujiFilm Nikon
Model Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro Nikon D3S
Class Pro DSLR Pro DSLR
Launched 2007-07-13 2010-02-16
Physical type Large SLR Large SLR
Sensor Information
Processor - Expeed
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor dimensions 23 x 15.5mm 36 x 23.9mm
Sensor surface area 356.5mm² 860.4mm²
Sensor resolution 6MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 5:4 and 3:2
Maximum resolution 4256 x 2848 4256 x 2832
Maximum native ISO 3200 12800
Maximum boosted ISO - 102400
Min native ISO 100 200
RAW support
Min boosted ISO - 100
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points - 51
Cross focus points - 15
Lens
Lens mounting type Nikon F Nikon F
Available lenses 309 309
Focal length multiplier 1.6 1
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.5 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dots 921 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen technology - Low-temperature polysilicon TFT color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 95% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.63x 0.7x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30s 30s
Highest shutter speed 1/8000s 1/8000s
Continuous shooting rate - 11.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 12.00 m no built-in flash
Flash settings Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Highest flash synchronize 1/250s 1/250s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions - 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps), 320 x 216 (24 fps)
Maximum video resolution None 1280x720
Video file format - Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 920 gr (2.03 pounds) 1240 gr (2.73 pounds)
Physical dimensions 147 x 113 x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") 160 x 157 x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 82
DXO Color Depth score not tested 23.5
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 12.0
DXO Low light score not tested 3253
Other
Battery life - 4200 pictures
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model - EN-EL4a
Self timer Yes (2 to 20 sec) Yes (2 to 20 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage Compact Flash (Type I or II) Compact Flash (Type I or II) x 2, UDMA
Card slots Single Dual
Cost at launch $0 $5,200