Fujifilm S5 Pro vs Nikon D3
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Fujifilm S5 Pro vs Nikon D3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 920g - 147 x 113 x 74mm
- Released July 2007
- Succeeded the Fujifilm S3 Pro
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Boost to 25600)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1300g - 160 x 157 x 88mm
- Introduced April 2008
- Refreshed by Nikon D3S
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Below is a comprehensive assessment of the Fujifilm S5 Pro versus Nikon D3, both Pro DSLR digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S5 Pro (6MP) and D3 (12MP) and the Fujifilm S5 Pro (APS-C) and D3 (Full frame) possess different sensor measurements.
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm S5 Pro was released 9 months before the D3 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Large SLR).
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm S5 Pro scores versus the D3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro and Nikon D3. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S5 Pro Gallery and Nikon D3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S5 Pro over the Nikon D3
| Fujifilm S5 Pro | D3 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Nikon D3 over the Fujifilm S5 Pro
| D3 | Fujifilm S5 Pro | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | April 2008 |  | July 2007 | More recent by 9 months |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
| Screen resolution | 922k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S5 Pro and Nikon D3
| Fujifilm S5 Pro | D3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial accurate focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither includes Touch screen |
Fujifilm S5 Pro vs Nikon D3 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S5 Pro features physical dimensions of 147mm x 113mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") with a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) whilst the Nikon D3 has dimensions of 160mm x 157mm x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") and a weight of 1300 grams (2.87 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm S5 Pro versus Nikon D3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm S5 Pro compared to the D3.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S5 Pro and D3 is 55 and 50 respectively.
Fujifilm S5 Pro vs Nikon D3 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading technical specs. The visual underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S5 Pro and D3.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm S5 Pro featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Nikon D3 will deliver more detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S5 Pro is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm S5 Pro vs Nikon D3 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro | Nikon D3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
| Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro | Nikon D3 |
| Category | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
| Released | 2007-07-05 | 2008-04-18 |
| Physical type | Large SLR | Large SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | Expeed |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
| Sensor measurements | 23 x 15.5mm | 36 x 23.9mm |
| Sensor area | 356.5mm² | 860.4mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 6 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 5:4 and 3:2 |
| Max resolution | 4256 x 2848 | 4256 x 2832 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Max enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
| RAW format | ||
| Min enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | - | 51 |
| Cross type focus points | - | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Amount of lenses | 309 | 309 |
| Crop factor | 1.6 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | 0.7x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 11.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 12.00 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250s | 1/250s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Max video resolution | None | None |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 920 gr (2.03 lb) | 1300 gr (2.87 lb) |
| Dimensions | 147 x 113 x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") | 160 x 157 x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 65 | 81 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 21.6 | 23.5 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.5 | 12.2 |
| DXO Low light rating | 448 | 2290 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 4300 images |
| Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
| Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Compact Flash (Type I or II) x2 |
| Card slots | 1 | Two |
| Pricing at release | $548 | $5,450 |