Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Nikon D2X
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Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Nikon D2X Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 850g - 142 x 131 x 80mm
- Announced August 2002
- Replaced the Fujifilm S1 Pro
- New Model is Fujifilm S3 Pro
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 800 (Push to 3200)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1200g - 158 x 150 x 86mm
- Released June 2005
- Previous Model is Nikon D1X
- Renewed by Nikon D2Xs
Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Nikon D2X Overview
In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm S2 Pro versus Nikon D2X, both Pro DSLR digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm S2 Pro (6MP) and D2X (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Fujifilm S2 Pro was brought out 3 years prior to the D2X which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Large SLR).
Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm S2 Pro scores against the D2X for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Nikon D2X Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro and Nikon D2X. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm S2 Pro Gallery and Nikon D2X Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S2 Pro over the Nikon D2X
Fujifilm S2 Pro | D2X |
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Reasons to pick Nikon D2X over the Fujifilm S2 Pro
D2X | Fujifilm S2 Pro | |||
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Released | June 2005 | August 2002 | Newer by 34 months | |
Screen sizing | 2.5" | 1.8" | Bigger screen (+0.7") | |
Screen resolution | 235k | 117k | Crisper screen (+118k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S2 Pro and Nikon D2X
Fujifilm S2 Pro | D2X | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Nikon D2X Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm S2 Pro provides external dimensions of 142mm x 131mm x 80mm (5.6" x 5.2" x 3.1") along with a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs) whilst the Nikon D2X has specifications of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") having a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm S2 Pro versus Nikon D2X in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm S2 Pro vs the D2X.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S2 Pro and D2X is 56 and 51 respectively.
Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Nikon D2X Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by checking specifications. The pic underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S2 Pro and D2X.
To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon D2X to give greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S2 Pro is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Nikon D2X Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro | Nikon D2X | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro | Nikon D2X |
Class | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
Announced | 2002-08-02 | 2005-06-01 |
Physical type | Large SLR | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23 x 15.5mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 356.5mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4256 x 2848 | 4288 x 2848 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 800 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Available lenses | 309 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 1.8 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 117k dots | 235k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 92 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 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 |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/125 secs | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | None | None |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 850 gr (1.87 lb) | 1200 gr (2.65 lb) |
Dimensions | 142 x 131 x 80mm (5.6" x 5.2" x 3.1") | 158 x 150 x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 59 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.9 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 476 |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 2 or 100 sec) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SmartMedia, Compact Flash Type I or II | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $2,000 | $5,000 |