Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Nikon D1X

Let's look a little more closely at the Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Nikon D1X, both Pro DSLR digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm S3 Pro (6MP) and the D1X (5MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm S3 Pro was revealed 3 years after the D1X which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm S3 Pro grades versus the D1X when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro and Nikon D1X. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm S3 Pro Gallery and Nikon D1X Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S3 Pro has outside measurements of 148mm x 135mm x 80mm (5.8" x 5.3" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs) and the Nikon D1X has measurements of 157mm x 153mm x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") and a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm S3 Pro and the D1X.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S3 Pro and D1X is 54 and 51 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions only by going over specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S3 Pro and D1X.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Fujifilm S3 Pro to offer extra detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm S3 Pro is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.