Fujifilm IS Pro vs Nikon D3S
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Fujifilm IS Pro vs Nikon D3S Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
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.
Photography GlossaryThe 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.
Fujifilm IS Pro vs Nikon D3S Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro and Nikon D3S. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm IS Pro Gallery and Nikon D3S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm IS Pro over the Nikon D3S
Fujifilm IS Pro | D3S |
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Reasons to pick Nikon D3S over the Fujifilm IS Pro
D3S | Fujifilm IS Pro | |||
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Released | February 2010 | July 2007 | Fresher by 31 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm IS Pro and Nikon D3S
Fujifilm IS Pro | D3S | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | 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).
Look at the Fujifilm IS Pro vs Nikon D3S in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
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 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 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm IS Pro vs Nikon D3S Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro | Nikon D3S | |
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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 |