Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Nikon D200
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Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Nikon D200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 930g - 148 x 135 x 80mm
- Introduced March 2005
- Old Model is Fujifilm S2 Pro
- Renewed by Fujifilm S5 Pro
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 920g - 147 x 113 x 74mm
- Revealed February 2006
- Earlier Model is Nikon D100
- Newer Model is Nikon D300

Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Nikon D200 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Fujifilm S3 Pro and Nikon D200, one being a Pro DSLR and the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm S3 Pro (6MP) and D200 (10MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

The Fujifilm S3 Pro was unveiled 11 months before the D200 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S3 Pro being a Large SLR camera and the Nikon D200 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the Fujifilm S3 Pro matches up against the D200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Nikon D200 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro and Nikon D200. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm S3 Pro Gallery and Nikon D200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S3 Pro over the Nikon D200
Fujifilm S3 Pro | D200 | |||
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Display resolution | 235k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+5k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon D200 over the Fujifilm S3 Pro
D200 | Fujifilm S3 Pro | |||
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Revealed | February 2006 | ![]() | March 2005 | More recent by 11 months |
Display dimensions | 2.5" | ![]() | 2" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Fujifilm S3 Pro and Nikon D200
Fujifilm S3 Pro | D200 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Nikon D200 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S3 Pro enjoys external dimensions of 148mm x 135mm x 80mm (5.8" x 5.3" x 3.1") with a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs) while the Nikon D200 has proportions of 147mm x 113mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs).
See the Fujifilm S3 Pro and Nikon D200 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm S3 Pro vs the D200.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S3 Pro and D200 is 54 and 55 respectively.

Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Nikon D200 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The graphic here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S3 Pro and D200.
To sum up, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon D200 to deliver more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S3 Pro is going to be behind in sensor tech.

Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Nikon D200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Nikon D200 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro | Nikon D200 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro | Nikon D200 |
Type | Pro DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2005-03-16 | 2006-02-23 |
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 | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 356.5mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4256 x 2848 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Available lenses | 309 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 235k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 94 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 15.00 m | 12.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction, Slow Sync | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 930g (2.05 lb) | 920g (2.03 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 148 x 135 x 80mm (5.8" x 5.3" x 3.1") | 147 x 113 x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 60 | 64 |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.9 | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.5 | 11.5 |
DXO Low light score | 346 | 583 |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | EN-EL3e |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 2 or 100 sec) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, Compact Flash Type I or II | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $0 | $999 |