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Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Sigma DP2

Portability
54
Imaging
43
Features
43
Overall
43
Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro front
 
Sigma DP2 front
Portability
86
Imaging
43
Features
28
Overall
37

Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Sigma DP2 Key Specs

Fujifilm S3 Pro
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 930g - 148 x 135 x 80mm
  • Launched March 2005
  • Old Model is Fujifilm S2 Pro
  • Newer Model is Fujifilm S5 Pro
Sigma DP2
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 41mm (F) lens
  • 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
  • Revealed September 2009
  • Refreshed by Sigma DP2s
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Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Sigma DP2 Overview

In this article, we will be looking at the Fujifilm S3 Pro and Sigma DP2, one is a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Sigma. The resolution of the Fujifilm S3 Pro (6MP) and the DP2 (5MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm S3 Pro was revealed 5 years before the DP2 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S3 Pro being a Large SLR camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm S3 Pro matches up versus the DP2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm S3 Pro over the Sigma DP2

 Fujifilm S3 Pro DP2 
Screen resolution235k230kClearer screen (+5k dot)

Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 over the Fujifilm S3 Pro

 DP2 Fujifilm S3 Pro 
RevealedSeptember 2009March 2005Newer by 55 months
Screen sizing2.5"2"Bigger screen (+0.5")

Common features in the Fujifilm S3 Pro and Sigma DP2

 Fujifilm S3 Pro DP2 
Focus manually Dial precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch screen Neither offers Touch screen

Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Sigma DP2 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm S3 Pro offers 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 Sigma DP2 has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm S3 Pro and Sigma DP2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S3 Pro compared to the DP2.

Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Sigma DP2 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S3 Pro and DP2 is 54 and 86 respectively.

Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Sigma DP2 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Sigma DP2 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The pic below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S3 Pro and DP2.

Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Fujifilm S3 Pro to provide you with extra detail because of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S3 Pro will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Sigma DP2 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Sigma DP2 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Sigma DP2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm S3 Pro Portrait photography features
Sigma DP2 Portrait photography features
49
focusing manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
does not have liveview
sensor resolution not great (6 megapixels)
55
manual focus
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW files
low resolution (5 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm S3 Pro as a Street photography camera
Sigma DP2 as a Street photography camera
56
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
weather proof
lighter than competition in class (930 grams)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
67
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW files
lighter than competition in class (280 grams)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm S3 Pro Sports photography advice
Sigma DP2 Sports photography advice
46
good sensor size (APS-C)
weather proof
sensor has phase detect autofocus
does not have liveview
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (6 megapixels)
29
sensor size is good (APS-C)
can't change focal length (41mm)
slow fps (3.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
low resolution (5 megapixels)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm S3 Pro Travel photography details
Sigma DP2 Travel photography details
50
lighter than competition in class (930g)
weather proof
built-in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution not great (6MP)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
67
lighter than competition in class (280g)
flash built-in
good maximum aperture (f)
low resolution (5MP)
does not feature selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm S3 Pro
Landscape photography with Sigma DP2
47
focusing manually
change lenses (Nikon F mount)
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
weather proof
screen is small (2 inch)
does not have liveview
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (6 megapixels)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
48
manual focus
good maximum aperture (f)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW files
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (41mm)
screen is small (2.5 inch)
no image stabilization
low resolution (5MP)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm S3 Pro Vlogging highlights
Sigma DP2 Vlogging highlights
9
lack of video recording
28
good maximum aperture (f)
lighter than competition in class (280g)
does not feature selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low quality video (320 x 240 pxls)
doesn't have external microphone jack
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Fujifilm S3 Pro vs Sigma DP2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm S3 Pro and Sigma DP2
 Fujifilm FinePix S3 ProSigma DP2
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Sigma
Model Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Sigma DP2
Type Pro DSLR Large Sensor Compact
Launched 2005-03-16 2009-09-21
Body design Large SLR Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23 x 15.5mm 20.7 x 13.8mm
Sensor area 356.5mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 6 megapixels 5 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4256 x 2848 2640 x 1760
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 100 200
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Lens
Lens mounting type Nikon F fixed lens
Lens focal range - 41mm (1x)
Amount of lenses 309 -
Focal length multiplier 1.6 1.7
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2 inches 2.5 inches
Display resolution 235 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentaprism) None
Viewfinder coverage 94% -
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 15 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 15.00 m 4.30 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction, Slow Sync Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Max flash sync 1/180 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions - 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution None 320x240
Video format - Motion JPEG
Microphone 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 None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 930 gr (2.05 lb) 280 gr (0.62 lb)
Dimensions 148 x 135 x 80mm (5.8" x 5.3" x 3.1") 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2")
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
Self timer Yes (2, 5, 2 or 100 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media xD Picture Card, Compact Flash Type I or II SD/SDHC/MMC card
Storage slots 1 1
Retail cost $0 $649