Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Nikon D3

On this page, we will be looking at the Fujifilm S3 Pro and Nikon D3, both Pro DSLR cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm S3 Pro (6MP) and D3 (12MP) and the Fujifilm S3 Pro (APS-C) and D3 (Full frame) offer different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm S3 Pro was introduced 4 years earlier than the D3 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Large SLR).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm S3 Pro scores against the D3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro and Nikon D3. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S3 Pro Gallery and Nikon D3 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S3 Pro provides outer measurements of 148mm x 135mm x 80mm (5.8" x 5.3" x 3.1") along with a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs) while the Nikon D3 has dimensions of 160mm x 157mm x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 1300 grams (2.87 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm S3 Pro and Nikon D3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S3 Pro and the D3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S3 Pro and D3 is 54 and 50 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through specs. The graphic here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S3 Pro and D3.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm S3 Pro with its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Nikon D3 will result in more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S3 Pro will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.