Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Nikon D1X

The following is a complete comparison of the Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Nikon D1X, both Pro DSLR cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S2 Pro (6MP) and the D1X (5MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm S2 Pro was unveiled 14 months after the D1X which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Large SLR).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm S2 Pro matches up versus the D1X in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro & Nikon D1X. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S2 Pro Gallery & Nikon D1X Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S2 Pro features outer dimensions of 142mm x 131mm x 80mm (5.6" x 5.2" x 3.1") with a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs) while the Nikon D1X has proportions of 157mm x 153mm x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") along with a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S2 Pro and the D1X.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S2 Pro and D1X is 56 and 51 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions purely by going through a spec sheet. The image below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S2 Pro and D1X.

Clearly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Fujifilm S2 Pro to provide greater detail having an extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm S2 Pro should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.