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Fujifilm S1 Pro vs Nikon D4

Portability
56
Imaging
39
Features
33
Overall
36
Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro front
 
Nikon D4 front
Portability
50
Imaging
62
Features
81
Overall
69

Fujifilm S1 Pro vs Nikon D4 Key Specs

Fujifilm S1 Pro
(Full Review)
  • 3MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 320 - 1600
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 820g - 148 x 125 x 80mm
  • Launched August 2000
  • Later Model is Fujifilm S2 Pro
Nikon D4
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 204800)
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 1340g - 160 x 157 x 91mm
  • Announced January 2012
  • Replaced the Nikon D3S
  • Replacement is Nikon D4s
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Fujifilm S1 Pro vs Nikon D4 Overview

On this page, we will be comparing the Fujifilm S1 Pro and Nikon D4, both Pro DSLR cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm S1 Pro (3MP) and D4 (16MP) and the Fujifilm S1 Pro (APS-C) and D4 (Full frame) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm S1 Pro was manufactured 12 years before the D4 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Large SLR).

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm S1 Pro scores versus the D4 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm S1 Pro over the Nikon D4

 Fujifilm S1 Pro D4 

Reasons to pick Nikon D4 over the Fujifilm S1 Pro

 D4 Fujifilm S1 Pro 
AnnouncedJanuary 2012August 2000More modern by 138 months
Screen dimensions3.2"2"Bigger screen (+1.2")
Screen resolution921k200kClearer screen (+721k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm S1 Pro and Nikon D4

 Fujifilm S1 Pro D4 
Manually focus Very precise focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Neither features Touch screen

Fujifilm S1 Pro vs Nikon D4 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S1 Pro enjoys outer measurements of 148mm x 125mm x 80mm (5.8" x 4.9" x 3.1") and a weight of 820 grams (1.81 lbs) whilst the Nikon D4 has sizing of 160mm x 157mm x 91mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm S1 Pro and Nikon D4 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S1 Pro against the D4.

Fujifilm S1 Pro vs Nikon D4 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S1 Pro and D4 is 56 and 50 respectively.

Fujifilm S1 Pro vs Nikon D4 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm S1 Pro vs Nikon D4 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes purely by seeing specifications. The image here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S1 Pro and D4.

Plainly, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm S1 Pro featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Nikon D4 will show extra detail due to its extra 13MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S1 Pro will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm S1 Pro vs Nikon D4 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm S1 Pro vs Nikon D4 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm S1 Pro vs Nikon D4 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm S1 Pro Portrait photography advice
Nikon D4 Portrait photography advice
47
has manual focus
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
no liveview
low resolution (3MP)
77
you can focus manually
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm S1 Pro
Street photography with Nikon D4
54
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
lighter than others (820 grams)
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
56
great sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW files
environment proof
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm S1 Pro
Sports photography with Nikon D4
36
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports phase detect autofocus
no liveview
max frames per second very slow (2.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
low resolution (3 megapixels)
73
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
offers tracking focus
environment proof
has phase detect auto focus
lack of image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm S1 Pro Travel photography advice
Nikon D4 Travel photography advice
46
lighter than others (820g)
flash built-in
lack of Time Lapse function
low resolution (3MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
59
environment proof
megapixel count decent (16MP)
does not have selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm S1 Pro
Landscape photography with Nikon D4
43
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Nikon F mount)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
screen is small (2 inches)
no liveview
no image stabilization
low resolution (3 megapixels)
lack of Time Lapse function
74
you can focus manually
change lenses (Nikon F mount)
screen is a decent size (3.2 inch)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW files
environment proof
has double storage slots
lack of image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm S1 Pro as a Vlogging camera
Nikon D4 as a Vlogging camera
9
no video recording
26
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
has microphone port
does not have selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
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Fujifilm S1 Pro vs Nikon D4 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm S1 Pro and Nikon D4
 Fujifilm FinePix S1 ProNikon D4
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Nikon
Model Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro Nikon D4
Type Pro DSLR Pro DSLR
Launched 2000-08-08 2012-01-06
Body design Large SLR Large SLR
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Expeed 3
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor measurements 23 x 15.5mm 36 x 23.9mm
Sensor area 356.5mm² 860.4mm²
Sensor resolution 3 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 5:4 and 3:2
Peak resolution 3040 x 2016 4928 x 3280
Highest native ISO 1600 12800
Highest enhanced ISO - 204800
Minimum native ISO 320 100
RAW pictures
Minimum enhanced ISO - 50
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 51
Cross focus points - 15
Lens
Lens mounting type Nikon F Nikon F
Total lenses 309 309
Focal length multiplier 1.6 1
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2 inch 3.2 inch
Screen resolution 200 thousand dot 921 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech - TFT color LCD with brightness control
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 90% 100%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.7x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/8000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 2.0fps 11.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 15.00 m no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash sync 1/125 secs 1/250 secs
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions - 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps)
Highest video resolution None 1920x1080
Video data format - MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Optional
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 820g (1.81 lb) 1340g (2.95 lb)
Physical dimensions 148 x 125 x 80mm (5.8" x 4.9" x 3.1") 160 x 157 x 91mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 89
DXO Color Depth score not tested 24.7
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 13.1
DXO Low light score not tested 2965
Other
Battery life - 2600 photos
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery model 4 x AA EN-EL18
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2-20 seconds, 1-9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 seconds)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SmartMedia, Compact Flash Type I or II CompactFlash, XQD
Storage slots One Dual
Launch pricing $2,000 $4,500