Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro vs Fujifilm FinePix S1

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro and the Fujifilm FinePix S1, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro was introduced in August 2002 and Fujifilm FinePix S1 was introduced in January 2014. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro over Fujifilm FinePix S1.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm FinePix S1 over Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro has a 1.8" Fixed screen with 117k dot resolution and Fujifilm FinePix S1 has a 3.0" Fully Articulated screen with 920k dot resolution. Fully articulated screen makes Fujifilm FinePix S1 selfie and vlogger friendly and generally very useful for video shooting.

Viewfinder

Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro has a built-in Optical (pentaprism) viewfinderFujifilm FinePix S1 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 920k dot resolution. Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro has 92% coverage magnification and Fujifilm FinePix S1 has 97% coverage magnification.

Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro features a 6 megapixel APS-C CCD sensor with dimensions of 23 x 15.5 mm and a total area of 356.5 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 1,600. Fujifilm FinePix S1 features a 16.4 megapixel 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 12,800.

Fujifilm FinePix S1 has BSI-CMOS sensor, short for Backside Illuminated Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor sensor. In traditional CMOS sensors, the wiring and circuitry are located on the front side of the sensor, which can block some of the incoming light. BSI technology flips this design by placing the photosensitive elements (pixels) on the backside of the sensor, allowing more light to reach the pixels. This significantly enhances light sensitivity and improves low-light performance. BSI-CMOS sensors are particularly effective in low-light conditions, as they can capture more light, resulting in brighter and less noisy images. This makes them well-suited for indoor and night photography. BSI-CMOS sensors deliver a higher SNR and reduced cross-talk.

Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro can take pictures up to 4256 x 2848 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3024 x 2016, 2304 x 1536, 1440 x 960 with 3:2 aspect ratios. Fujifilm FinePix S1 can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4608 x 3072, 4608 x 2592, 3456 x 3456, 3264 x 2448, 3264 x 2176, 3264 x 1840, 2432 x 2432, 2304 x 1728, 2304 x 1536, 1920 x 1080, 1728 x 1728 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.

Fujifilm FinePix S1 has an image stabilization.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Fujifilm FinePix S1

Fujifilm FinePix S1 has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.

Battery

Fujifilm FinePix S1 comes with NP-85 battery pack with battery life of 350 shots.

External Storage Slots

Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro has a single SmartMedia, Compact Flash Type I/II card slot. Fujifilm FinePix S1 has a single SC/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro, and up to 1/2000 sec on Fujifilm FinePix S1. Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro can shoot continuously up to 2.0 fps. Fujifilm FinePix S1 can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 15.00 m on Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro and 8.00 m on Fujifilm FinePix S1. They also accept external flash which can be connected via Shoe Mount to Fujifilm FinePix S1. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/125 sec on Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro.

Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro body has dimensions of 142 x 131 x 80 mm (5.59 x 5.16 x 3.15") and Fujifilm FinePix S1 body has dimensions of 133 x 91 x 110 mm (5.24 x 3.58 x 4.33"). Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro weighs 850 g (1.87 lb / 29.98 oz) and Fujifilm FinePix S1 weighs 680 g (1.50 lb / 23.99 oz).

Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

Fujifilm FinePix S1

142 mm

131 mm

133 mm

91 mm

131 mm

91 mm

80 mm

110 mm