Fujifilm IS Pro vs Nikon D3X
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Fujifilm IS Pro vs Nikon D3X Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 920g - 147 x 113 x 74mm
- Launched July 2007
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1260g - 160 x 157 x 88mm
- Released February 2009
- Previous Model is Nikon D2Xs
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Below, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm IS Pro and Nikon D3X, both Pro DSLR cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm IS Pro (6MP) and D3X (25MP) and the Fujifilm IS Pro (APS-C) and D3X (Full frame) come with totally different sensor sizes.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Fujifilm IS Pro was unveiled 19 months earlier than the D3X which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Large SLR).
Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm IS Pro matches up against the D3X in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro and Nikon D3X. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm IS Pro Gallery and Nikon D3X Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm IS Pro over the Nikon D3X
| Fujifilm IS Pro | D3X |
|---|
Reasons to pick Nikon D3X over the Fujifilm IS Pro
| D3X | Fujifilm IS Pro | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | February 2009 |  | July 2007 | Newer by 19 months |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm IS Pro and Nikon D3X
| Fujifilm IS Pro | D3X | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lacking Touch screen |
Fujifilm IS Pro vs Nikon D3X Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm IS Pro provides 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) and the Nikon D3X has sizing of 160mm x 157mm x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") and a weight of 1260 grams (2.78 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm IS Pro and Nikon D3X in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm IS Pro compared to the D3X.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm IS Pro and D3X is 55 and 51 respectively.
Fujifilm IS Pro vs Nikon D3X Sensor Comparison
Generally, its difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions purely by researching technical specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm IS Pro and D3X.
As you have seen, the two cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm IS Pro using its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF harder and the Nikon D3X will render extra detail having an extra 19 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm IS Pro will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
Fujifilm IS Pro vs Nikon D3X Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm IS Pro vs Nikon D3X Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro | Nikon D3X | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
| Model type | Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro | Nikon D3X |
| Class | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
| Launched | 2007-07-13 | 2009-02-19 |
| Physical type | Large SLR | Large SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Expeed |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
| Sensor dimensions | 23 x 15.5mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
| Sensor surface area | 356.5mm² | 861.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 6 megapixels | 25 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Full resolution | 4256 x 2848 | 6048 x 4032 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
| Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Min boosted ISO | - | 50 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 51 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Total lenses | 309 | 309 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 920k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display technology | - | Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | 0.7x |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 12.00 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | 1/250s | 1/250s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Max video resolution | None | None |
| Mic 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 | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 920g (2.03 lb) | 1260g (2.78 lb) |
| 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 rating | not tested | 88 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.7 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.7 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1992 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 4400 shots |
| Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | EN-EL4a |
| Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes (2 to 20 sec, custom) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Compact Flash (Type I or II) x 2, UDMA |
| Card slots | 1 | 2 |
| Retail cost | $0 | $3,000 |