Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro vs Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro and the Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro, 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 S3 Pro was introduced in March 2005. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro Highlights

      • 6 MP APS-C CCD Sensor
      • 100 - 1,600 Native ISO
      • 1.8" 117k dot Fixed Screen
      • Optical (pentaprism) Viewfinder
      • 2.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      • Wheather Sealed Body

      Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Highlights

      • 6 MP APS-C CCD Sensor
      • 100 - 1,600 Native ISO
      • 2.0" 235k dot Fixed Screen
      • Optical (pentaprism) Viewfinder
      • Built-in Flash
      • Wheather Sealed Body
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
      4. Advantage of Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen and Viewfinder
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      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.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro and Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro.

      PROS

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro

      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro

      •   No Video Capture
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 6 Megapixel
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Small Screen - 1.8"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 117k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.0 fps
      •   Low Flash Sync Speed - 1/125 sec
      •   Low USB Speed
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Video Capture
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 6 Megapixel
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Small Screen - 2.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 235k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro

      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Weight - 850 g (1.87 lb / 29.98 oz)
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      •   DxO Overall Score - 60
      •   Weight - 930 g (2.05 lb / 32.80 oz)

      Advantage of Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      Fujifilm S2 Pro
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro over Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro.

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro vs Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
      Lighter 850 g (1.87 lb / 29.98 oz) vs 930 g (2.05 lb / 32.80 oz)

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      Fujifilm S1 Pro
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      APS-C

      16.4 MP

      Fujifilm S5 Pro
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      APS-C

      6 MP

      Fujifilm S1
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      1/2.3-inch

      16.4 MP

      Fujifilm IS Pro
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      APS-C

      6 MP

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C
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      Medium format

      50 MP

      Sony a7R V
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      Full Frame

      61.0 MP

      Canon Rebel SL1
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      APS-C

      18.0 MP

      Panasonic ZS70
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      1/2.3-inch

      20.3 MP

      Panasonic FZ1000 II
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      1-inch

      20.1 MP

      Fujifilm X-T10
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      APS-C

      16.3 MP

      Canon Rebel T5
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      APS-C

      18.0 MP

      Olympus TG-6
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      1/2.3-inch

      12 MP

      Advantage of Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro

      Fujifilm S3 Pro
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro over Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro.

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro vs Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
      Larger Screen 1.8" vs 2.0"
      Higher Resolution Screen 117k dot vs 235k dot
      Top LCD Screen vs
      Higher Viewfinder Coverage 92% vs 94%
      Higher Flash Sync Speed 1/125 sec vs 1/180 sec
      Higher USB Speed USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) vs USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      Orientation Sensor vs

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro.

      Fujifilm S5 Pro
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      APS-C

      6 MP

      Fujifilm S1
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      1/2.3-inch

      16.4 MP

      Fujifilm S1 Pro
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      APS-C

      16.4 MP

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)
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      Micro Four Thirds

      12.8 MP

      Pentax KP
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      APS-C

      24.32 MP

      Canon A3200 IS
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      1/2.3-inch

      14 MP

      Leica X2
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      APS-C

      16.1 MP

      Fujifilm X-H2S
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      APS-C

      26.16 MP

      Fujifilm X-S1
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      2/3-inch

      12 MP

      Canon SX600 HS
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Pentax K-3 III
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      APS-C

      25.73 MP

      Fujifilm X100S
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      APS-C

      16.3 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      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.

      STRENGTHS Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
        Built-in Flash
        Environmental Sealing
      WEAKNESSES Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
        No Video Capture
        Low Resolution Sensor6 Megapixel6 Megapixel
        Low Native ISO1,6001,600
        Timelapse Recording
        No Face Detection
        No Image Stabilization
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        Small Screen1.8"2.0"
        Low Resolution Screen117k dot235k dot
        No Live View
        No HDMI Output
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Wi-Fi
        No Built-In Bluetooth

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro has a 1.8" screen with 117k dot resolution and Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro has a 2.0" screen with 235k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens.


      Viewfinder

      Cameras have built-in Optical (pentaprism) viewfinders. Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro has 92% coverage magnification and Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro has 94% coverage magnification.

      Sensor

      Both models feature a 6 megapixel APS-C CCD sensor with dimensions of 23 x 15.5 mm and a total area of 356.5 mm2. Their native ISO range is 100 - 1,600


      Here is a sensor size comparison chart where you can see how different sensors compare with each other:

      Sensor size chart
      Sensor Dimensions Area Aspect Ratio Crop Factor
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      Image cannot be displayedAPS-H27 x 18 mm486 mm23:21.3x
      Image cannot be displayedAPS-C23.6 x 15.6 mm368.2 mm23:21.5x
      Image cannot be displayedAPS-C (Canon)22.3 x 14.9 mm332.3 mm23:21.6x
      Image cannot be displayedMicro Four Thirds17.4 x 13 mm226.2 mm24:32x
      Image cannot be displayed1-inch13.2 x 8.8 mm116.2 mm23:22.7x
      Image cannot be displayed1/1.7-inch7.44 x 5.58 mm41.5 mm24:34.7x
      Image cannot be displayed1/2.3-inch6.17 x 4.55 mm28.1 mm24:35.6x

      Photography Features

      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 S3 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.


      Lens Mount

      Cameras have Nikon F lens mount. Due to their APS-C sensor their crop factor (also called lens multiplier) is equal to 1.5x. This means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length times 1.5.


      No Image Stabilization

      The cameras do not have image stabilization. On Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro nothing can be done. On Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro nothing can be done.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      USB Inputs

      Both models have USB inputs for data transfer.


      External Storage Slots

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro has a single SmartMedia, Compact Flash Type I/II card slot. Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro has a single xD Picture Card, Compact Flash Type I/II card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro has Mechanical and Electronic shutter. Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro, and up to 1/4000 sec on Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro. Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro can shoot continuously up to 2.0 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 15.00 m.. They also accept external flash which can be connected via Hot-shoe (Safety lock provided) to Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/125 sec on Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro and 1/180 sec on Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro.

      Physical Parameters

      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 S3 Pro body has dimensions of 148 x 135 x 80 mm (5.83 x 5.31 x 3.15"). Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro weighs 850 g (1.87 lb / 29.98 oz) and Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro weighs 930 g (2.05 lb / 32.80 oz).

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro

      142 mm

      131 mm

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      148 mm

      135 mm

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      131 mm

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      135 mm

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      80 mm

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      Size comparisons of Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro and Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro and Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro

      GOOD
      73
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 117k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      GOOD
      77
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 235k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro

      POOR
      51
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 117k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.0 fps
      AVERAGE
      58
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 235k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro

      AVERAGE
      56
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 117k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.0 fps
      •   Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      61
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 235k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro

      AVERAGE
      65
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Small Screen - 1.8"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 117k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Low Flash Sync Speed - 1/125 sec
      GOOD
      71
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Small Screen - 2.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 235k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro

      GOOD
      76
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 117k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 850 g (1.87 lb / 29.98 oz)
      GOOD
      76
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 235k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 930 g (2.05 lb / 32.80 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro

      GOOD
      79
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 117k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 850 g (1.87 lb / 29.98 oz)
      GOOD
      77
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 235k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 930 g (2.05 lb / 32.80 oz)

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro and Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro and give them scores of 55 and 59 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro

      OVERALL
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      OVERALL
      59

      Sensor

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro

      AVERAGE
      61
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 6 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      AVERAGE
      69
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 6 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   DxO Overall Score - 60

      Photo

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro

      POOR
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      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.0 fps
      •   Low Flash Sync Speed - 1/125 sec
      AVERAGE
      63
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec

      Video

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro

      BAD
      0
      •   No Image Stabilization
      BAD
      0
      •   No Image Stabilization

      Focusing

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro

      GOOD
      75
      •   No Face Detection
      GOOD
      75
      •   No Face Detection

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro

      AVERAGE
      63
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Small Screen - 1.8"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 117k dot
      AVERAGE
      64
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Small Screen - 2.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 235k dot

      Connectivity

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro

      BAD
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      •   Low USB Speed
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      POOR
      41
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro

      GOOD
      77
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 850 g (1.87 lb / 29.98 oz)
      GOOD
      76
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 930 g (2.05 lb / 32.80 oz)


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