Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Nikon D2Xs

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Fujifilm S3 Pro and Nikon D2Xs, both Pro DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S3 Pro (6MP) and D2Xs (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm S3 Pro was manufactured 14 months earlier than the D2Xs which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm S3 Pro matches up vs the D2Xs when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro and Nikon D2Xs. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm S3 Pro Gallery and Nikon D2Xs Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S3 Pro has got outer measurements of 148mm x 135mm x 80mm (5.8" x 5.3" x 3.1") and a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs) and the Nikon D2Xs has dimensions of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm S3 Pro and Nikon D2Xs in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm S3 Pro vs the D2Xs.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S3 Pro and D2Xs is 54 and 51 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions purely by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S3 Pro and D2Xs.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Nikon D2Xs to give you greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S3 Pro is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.