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Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Samsung GX-1L

Portability
54
Imaging
43
Features
43
Overall
43
Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro front
 
Samsung GX-1L front
Portability
69
Imaging
44
Features
36
Overall
40

Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Samsung GX-1L Key Specs

Fujifilm S3 Pro
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 930g - 148 x 135 x 80mm
  • Launched March 2005
  • Replaced the Fujifilm S2 Pro
  • Renewed by Fujifilm S5 Pro
Samsung GX-1L
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • No Video
  • Pentax KAF Mount
  • 570g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
  • Released February 2006
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Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Samsung GX-1L Overview

In this article, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Samsung GX-1L, former is a Pro DSLR while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S3 Pro (6MP) and the GX-1L (6MP) is pretty comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm S3 Pro was unveiled 11 months earlier than the GX-1L which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S3 Pro being a Large SLR camera and the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm S3 Pro matches up vs the GX-1L in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm S3 Pro over the Samsung GX-1L

 Fujifilm S3 Pro GX-1L 
Screen resolution235k210kSharper screen (+25k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1L over the Fujifilm S3 Pro

 GX-1L Fujifilm S3 Pro 
ReleasedFebruary 2006March 2005More modern by 11 months
Screen sizing2.5"2"Bigger screen (+0.5")

Common features in the Fujifilm S3 Pro and Samsung GX-1L

 Fujifilm S3 Pro GX-1L 
Manually focus More accurate focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Samsung GX-1L Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S3 Pro has external measurements 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 Samsung GX-1L has sizing of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Samsung GX-1L in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm S3 Pro vs the GX-1L.

Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Samsung GX-1L size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S3 Pro and GX-1L is 54 and 69 respectively.

Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Samsung GX-1L top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Samsung GX-1L Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing specifications. The image underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S3 Pro and GX-1L.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you will want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged Fujifilm S3 Pro will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Samsung GX-1L sensor size comparison

Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Samsung GX-1L Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Samsung GX-1L Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm S3 Pro
Portrait photography with Samsung GX-1L
49
manual focus
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW files
does not have liveview
megapixel count low (6MP)
50
has manual focus
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
no liveview
low resolution sensor (6 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm S3 Pro Street photography factors
Samsung GX-1L Street photography factors
56
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW files
weather proofing
lighter than competition in class (930g)
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
60
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
lighter than competition in class (570g)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm S3 Pro as a Sports photography camera
Samsung GX-1L as a Sports photography camera
46
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
weather proofing
sensor has phase detect autofocus
does not have liveview
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (6 megapixels)
38
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
comes with phase detect autofocus
no liveview
painfully slow continuous shooting (3.0 fps)
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (6MP)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm S3 Pro
Travel photography with Samsung GX-1L
50
lighter than competition in class (930 grams)
weather proofing
built-in flash
does not have Time Lapse recording
megapixel count low (6 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
52
lighter than competition in class (570 grams)
built-in flash
lack of Timelapse function
low resolution sensor (6MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm S3 Pro Landscape photography information
Samsung GX-1L Landscape photography information
47
manual focus
change lenses (Nikon F mount)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW files
weather proofing
screen is small (2")
does not have liveview
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (6MP)
does not have Time Lapse recording
46
has manual focus
change lenses (Pentax KAF mount)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
small screen (2.5 inch)
no liveview
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (6 megapixels)
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm S3 Pro Vlogging features
Samsung GX-1L Vlogging features
9
no video shooting
9
can't record video
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Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Samsung GX-1L Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm S3 Pro and Samsung GX-1L
 Fujifilm FinePix S3 ProSamsung GX-1L
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Samsung
Model Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Samsung GX-1L
Class Pro DSLR Advanced DSLR
Launched 2005-03-16 2006-02-24
Body design Large SLR Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23 x 15.5mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 356.5mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 6 megapixels 6 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Peak resolution 4256 x 2848 3008 x 2008
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 200
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 5
Lens
Lens mounting type Nikon F Pentax KAF
Available lenses 309 151
Crop factor 1.6 1.5
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2 inches 2.5 inches
Screen resolution 235 thousand dot 210 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder coverage 94% 96%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.57x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 15.00 m 7.50 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/180 seconds 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Highest video resolution None None
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 930 gr (2.05 lb) 570 gr (1.26 lb)
Dimensions 148 x 135 x 80mm (5.8" x 5.3" x 3.1") 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score 60 not tested
DXO Color Depth score 20.9 not tested
DXO Dynamic range score 13.5 not tested
DXO Low light score 346 not tested
Other
Battery model - 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2, 5, 2 or 100 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media xD Picture Card, Compact Flash Type I or II SD/MMC card
Storage slots 1 1
Price at release $0 $0