Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Samsung GX-1L
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Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Samsung GX-1L 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
- Released August 2002
- Superseded the Fujifilm S1 Pro
- Newer Model is Fujifilm S3 Pro
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 570g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Introduced February 2006

Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Samsung GX-1L Overview
Below is a comprehensive review of the Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Samsung GX-1L, one being a Pro DSLR and the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S2 Pro (6MP) and the GX-1L (6MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

The Fujifilm S2 Pro was launched 4 years prior to the GX-1L and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S2 Pro being a Large SLR camera and the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm S2 Pro matches up against the GX-1L with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Samsung GX-1L Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro and Samsung GX-1L. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S2 Pro Gallery and Samsung GX-1L Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S2 Pro over the Samsung GX-1L
Fujifilm S2 Pro | GX-1L |
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Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1L over the Fujifilm S2 Pro
GX-1L | Fujifilm S2 Pro | |||
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Introduced | February 2006 | ![]() | August 2002 | More recent by 43 months |
Display sizing | 2.5" | ![]() | 1.8" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 210k | ![]() | 117k | Sharper display (+93k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S2 Pro and Samsung GX-1L
Fujifilm S2 Pro | GX-1L | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Samsung GX-1L Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S2 Pro has got outside 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 Samsung GX-1L has dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Samsung GX-1L in the 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 chosen at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm S2 Pro and the GX-1L.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S2 Pro and GX-1L is 56 and 69 respectively.

Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Samsung GX-1L Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements simply by looking at a spec sheet. The visual here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S2 Pro and GX-1L.
Clearly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of photos though you might want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older Fujifilm S2 Pro is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Samsung GX-1L Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Samsung GX-1L Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro | Samsung GX-1L | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro | Samsung GX-1L |
Class | Pro DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2002-08-02 | 2006-02-24 |
Physical type | Large SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23 x 15.5mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 356.5mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 6 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4256 x 2848 | 3008 x 2008 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 5 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Pentax KAF |
Total lenses | 309 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 1.8" | 2.5" |
Resolution of screen | 117 thousand dots | 210 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 92% | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 15.00 m | 7.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/125 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 850 gr (1.87 lbs) | 570 gr (1.26 lbs) |
Dimensions | 142 x 131 x 80mm (5.6" x 5.2" x 3.1") | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 2 or 100 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SmartMedia, Compact Flash Type I or II | SD/MMC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $2,000 | $0 |