Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Nikon D3S
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Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Nikon D3S Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 930g - 148 x 135 x 80mm
- Announced March 2005
- Earlier Model is Fujifilm S2 Pro
- Newer Model is Fujifilm S5 Pro
(Full Review)
Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Nikon D3S Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Nikon D3S, both Pro DSLR cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm S3 Pro (6MP) and D3S (12MP) and the Fujifilm S3 Pro (APS-C) and D3S (Full frame) enjoy different sensor dimensions.
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Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm S3 Pro grades versus the D3S when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Nikon D3S Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro and Nikon D3S. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S3 Pro Gallery and Nikon D3S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S3 Pro over the Nikon D3S
Fujifilm S3 Pro | D3S |
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Reasons to pick Nikon D3S over the Fujifilm S3 Pro
D3S | Fujifilm S3 Pro | |||
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Revealed | February 2010 | March 2005 | Fresher by 59 months | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2" | Larger display (+1") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 235k | Sharper display (+686k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S3 Pro and Nikon D3S
Fujifilm S3 Pro | D3S | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Nikon D3S Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S3 Pro features outer dimensions of 148mm x 135mm x 80mm (5.8" x 5.3" x 3.1") and a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs) whilst the Nikon D3S has dimensions of 160mm x 157mm x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 1240 grams (2.73 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Nikon D3S in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm S3 Pro vs the D3S.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S3 Pro and D3S is 54 and 51 respectively.
Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Nikon D3S Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing technical specs. The visual here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S3 Pro and D3S.
As you can tell, both of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm S3 Pro using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Nikon D3S will render greater detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S3 Pro will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Nikon D3S Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro | Nikon D3S | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro | Nikon D3S |
Class | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
Announced | 2005-03-16 | 2010-02-16 |
Body design | Large SLR | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 23 x 15.5mm | 36 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 356.5mm² | 860.4mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 5:4 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4256 x 2848 | 4256 x 2832 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 51 |
Cross type focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Amount of lenses | 309 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 235k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | Low-temperature polysilicon TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 94 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 15.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction, Slow Sync | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps), 320 x 216 (24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 930 gr (2.05 pounds) | 1240 gr (2.73 pounds) |
Dimensions | 148 x 135 x 80mm (5.8" x 5.3" x 3.1") | 160 x 157 x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 60 | 82 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.9 | 23.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.5 | 12.0 |
DXO Low light rating | 346 | 3253 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 4200 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | EN-EL4a |
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) x 2, UDMA |
Storage slots | Single | Dual |
Retail price | $0 | $5,200 |