Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro vs Fujifilm X30

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro and the Fujifilm X30, 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 S3 Pro was introduced in March 2005 and Fujifilm X30 was introduced in August 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 S3 Pro over Fujifilm X30.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm X30 over Fujifilm FinePix S3 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 S3 Pro has a 2.0" Fixed screen with 235k dot resolution and Fujifilm X30 has a 3.0" Tilting screen with 920k dot resolution. Tilting screen makes Fujifilm X30 very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting.

Viewfinder

Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro has a built-in Optical (pentaprism) viewfinderFujifilm X30 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 2,360k dot resolution. Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro has 94% coverage magnification and Fujifilm X30 has 100% coverage (0.65x 35mm equivalent) magnification.

Fujifilm FinePix S3 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 X30 features a 12 megapixel 2/3-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 8.8 x 6.6 mm and a total area of 43.6 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 12,800.

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. Fujifilm X30 is equipped with EXR Processor II processor and can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4000 x 2664, 4000 x 2248, 2992 x 2992, 2816 x 2112, 2816 x 1864, 2816 x 1584, 2112 x 2112, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1360, 1920 x 1080, 1536 x 1536 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.

Fujifilm X30 has an image stabilization.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Fujifilm X30

Fujifilm X30 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 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.

Battery

Fujifilm X30 comes with NP-95 battery pack with battery life of 470 shots.

External Storage Slots

Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro has a single xD Picture Card, Compact Flash Type I/II card slot. Fujifilm X30 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

Shutter

Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro has Mechanical and Electronic shutter. Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro, and up to 1/4000 sec on Fujifilm X30. Fujifilm X30 can shoot continuously up to 12.0 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 15.00 m on Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro and 7.00 m on Fujifilm X30. They also accept external flash which can be connected via Hot-shoe (Safety lock provided) to Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro and via Shoe Mount to Fujifilm X30. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/180 sec on Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro.

Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro body has dimensions of 148 x 135 x 80 mm (5.83 x 5.31 x 3.15") and Fujifilm X30 body has dimensions of 119 x 72 x 60 mm (4.69 x 2.83 x 2.36"). Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro weighs 930 g (2.05 lb / 32.80 oz) and Fujifilm X30 weighs 423 g (0.93 lb / 14.92 oz).

Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro

Fujifilm X30

148 mm

135 mm

119 mm

72 mm

135 mm

72 mm

80 mm

60 mm