Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Nikon D1X
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Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Nikon D1X Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 850g - 142 x 131 x 80mm
- Launched August 2002
- Succeeded the Fujifilm S1 Pro
- Successor is Fujifilm S3 Pro
(Full Review)
Photography Glossary Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Nikon D1X Overview
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).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 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.
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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.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S2 Pro over the Nikon D1X
| Fujifilm S2 Pro | D1X | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | August 2002 |  | June 2001 | Newer by 14 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon D1X over the Fujifilm S2 Pro
| D1X | Fujifilm S2 Pro | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 2" |  | 1.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
| Screen resolution | 130k |  | 117k | Crisper screen (+13k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S2 Pro and Nikon D1X
| Fujifilm S2 Pro | D1X | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More accurate focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Nikon D1X Physical Comparison
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).
Check the Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Nikon D1X in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
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.
Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Nikon D1X Sensor Comparison
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.
Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Nikon D1X Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Nikon D1X Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro | Nikon D1X | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | FujiFilm | Nikon |
| Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro | Nikon D1X |
| Category | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
| Launched | 2002-08-02 | 2001-06-29 |
| Physical type | Large SLR | Large SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 23 x 15.5mm | 23.7 x 15.5mm |
| Sensor area | 356.5mm² | 367.4mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 6 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Full resolution | 4256 x 2848 | 3008 x 1960 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 800 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Total lenses | 309 | 309 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 1.8 inches | 2 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 117 thousand dots | 130 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 92% | 96% |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 2.0fps | 3.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 15.00 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction, Slow Sync | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | 1/125 seconds | 1/500 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Max video resolution | None | None |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 850g (1.87 lb) | 1200g (2.65 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 142 x 131 x 80mm (5.6" x 5.2" x 3.1") | 157 x 153 x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 2 or 100 sec) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SmartMedia, Compact Flash Type I or II | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch price | $2,000 | $5,130 |