Fujifilm S1 Pro vs Fujifilm S3 Pro

In this write-up, we are looking at the Fujifilm S1 Pro vs Fujifilm S3 Pro, both Pro DSLR digital cameras and both of them are sold by FujiFilm. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S1 Pro (3MP) and Fujifilm S3 Pro (6MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm S1 Pro was introduced 5 years before the Fujifilm S3 Pro which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large SLR).

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the Fujifilm S1 Pro scores vs the Fujifilm S3 Pro with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro & Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm S1 Pro Gallery & Fujifilm S3 Pro Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S1 Pro enjoys exterior dimensions of 148mm x 125mm x 80mm (5.8" x 4.9" x 3.1") with a weight of 820 grams (1.81 lbs) while the Fujifilm S3 Pro has proportions of 148mm x 135mm x 80mm (5.8" x 5.3" x 3.1") with a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S1 Pro vs the Fujifilm S3 Pro.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S1 Pro and Fujifilm S3 Pro is 56 and 54 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S1 Pro and Fujifilm S3 Pro.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Fujifilm S3 Pro to offer more detail using its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S1 Pro is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.