Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Nikon D3X

The following is a comprehensive overview of the Fujifilm S2 Pro and Nikon D3X, both Pro DSLR cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S2 Pro (6MP) and D3X (25MP) and the Fujifilm S2 Pro (APS-C) and D3X (Full frame) boast different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm S2 Pro was launched 7 years prior to the D3X which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm S2 Pro scores vs the D3X with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro & Nikon D3X. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S2 Pro Gallery & Nikon D3X Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm S2 Pro comes with physical measurements of 142mm x 131mm x 80mm (5.6" x 5.2" x 3.1") having a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs) while the Nikon D3X has specifications of 160mm x 157mm x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 1260 grams (2.78 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm S2 Pro and Nikon D3X in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm S2 Pro against the D3X.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S2 Pro and D3X is 56 and 51 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions only by viewing technical specs. The pic below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S2 Pro and D3X.

As you can tell, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm S2 Pro featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Nikon D3X will render extra detail utilizing its extra 19MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S2 Pro will be behind in sensor innovation.