Fujifilm S1500 vs Fujifilm S3 Pro
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Fujifilm S1500 vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-396mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 345g - 103 x 73 x 68mm
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 930g - 148 x 135 x 80mm
- Launched March 2005
- Old Model is Fujifilm S2 Pro
- New Model is Fujifilm S5 Pro
Fujifilm S1500 vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm S1500 and Fujifilm S3 Pro, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Pro DSLR and both of them are designed by FujiFilm. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S1500 (10MP) and Fujifilm S3 Pro (6MP) and the Fujifilm S1500 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm S3 Pro (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizes.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe Fujifilm S1500 was released 3 years after the Fujifilm S3 Pro which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S1500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm S3 Pro being a Large SLR camera.
Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm S1500 scores versus the Fujifilm S3 Pro in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm S1500 vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S1500 & Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm S1500 Gallery & Fujifilm S3 Pro Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S1500 over the Fujifilm S3 Pro
Fujifilm S1500 | Fujifilm S3 Pro | |||
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Launched | February 2009 | March 2005 | More modern by 48 months | |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | 2" | Bigger screen (+0.7") |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S3 Pro over the Fujifilm S1500
Fujifilm S3 Pro | Fujifilm S1500 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 235k | 230k | Crisper screen (+5k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S1500 and Fujifilm S3 Pro
Fujifilm S1500 | Fujifilm S3 Pro | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Fujifilm S1500 vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S1500 enjoys exterior measurements of 103mm x 73mm x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") along with a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs) and the Fujifilm S3 Pro has dimensions of 148mm x 135mm x 80mm (5.8" x 5.3" x 3.1") along with a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm S1500 and Fujifilm S3 Pro in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S1500 against the Fujifilm S3 Pro.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S1500 and Fujifilm S3 Pro is 82 and 54 respectively.
Fujifilm S1500 vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The pic below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S1500 and Fujifilm S3 Pro.
To sum up, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm S1500 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Fujifilm S1500 will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S1500 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm S1500 vs Fujifilm S3 Pro Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S1500 | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S1500 | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Pro DSLR |
Launched | 2009-02-17 | 2005-03-16 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23 x 15.5mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 356.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 6 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4256 x 2848 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Nikon F |
Lens focal range | 33-396mm (12.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | - |
Macro focus range | 2cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 309 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 235k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 94 percent |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 8.70 m (Auto ISO) | 15.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | None |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 345 grams (0.76 pounds) | 930 grams (2.05 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 73 x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") | 148 x 135 x 80mm (5.8" x 5.3" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 60 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 346 |
Other | ||
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 2 or 100 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | - | xD Picture Card, Compact Flash Type I or II |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $200 | $0 |