Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Nikon D2Xs
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Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Nikon D2Xs 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
- Announced March 2005
- Superseded the Fujifilm S2 Pro
- Successor is Fujifilm S5 Pro
(Full Review)
Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Nikon D2Xs Overview
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).
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe 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.
Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Nikon D2Xs Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S3 Pro over the Nikon D2Xs
Fujifilm S3 Pro | D2Xs |
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Reasons to pick Nikon D2Xs over the Fujifilm S3 Pro
D2Xs | Fujifilm S3 Pro | |||
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Released | June 2006 | March 2005 | Newer by 14 months | |
Screen size | 2.5" | 2" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Fujifilm S3 Pro and Nikon D2Xs
Fujifilm S3 Pro | D2Xs | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 235k | 235k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Nikon D2Xs Physical Comparison
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.
Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Nikon D2Xs Sensor Comparison
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.
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Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Nikon D2Xs Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro | Nikon D2Xs | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro | Nikon D2Xs |
Category | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
Announced | 2005-03-16 | 2006-06-01 |
Body design | Large SLR | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23 x 15.5mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 356.5mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4256 x 2848 | 4288 x 2848 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Available lenses | 309 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 235k dot | 235k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 94 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 15.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction, Slow Sync | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 930g (2.05 lbs) | 1200g (2.65 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 148 x 135 x 80mm (5.8" x 5.3" x 3.1") | 158 x 150 x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 60 | 59 |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.9 | 22.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.5 | 10.9 |
DXO Low light score | 346 | 489 |
Other | ||
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) |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $0 | $3,999 |