Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro vs Fujifilm FinePix S1

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      Specifications

      General Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Fujifilm FinePix S1
      BrandFujifilmFujifilm
      ModelFinePix S3 ProFinePix S1
      Predecessor ModelFujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
      Successor ModelFujifilm FinePix S5 Pro
      MSRP$499.95/£399.99
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensPoint & Shoot
      Body TypeDSLRBridge
      Video Capture
      Sensor Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Fujifilm FinePix S1
      Sensor TypeCCDBSI-CMOS
      Sensor SizeAPS-C1/2.3-inch
      Sensor Dimensions23 x 15.5 mm6.17 x 4.55 mm
      Total Pixels12 Megapixel16.8 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels6 Megapixel16.4 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range100 - 1,600100 - 12,800
      Photo Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Fujifilm FinePix S1
      Max Image Resolution4256 x 28484608 x 3456
      Other Resolutions3024 x 2016, 2304 x 1536, 1440 x 9604608 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
      Image Aspect Ratios3:21:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9
      Image File FormatJPEG, RAW
      JPEG Quality LevelsBasic, Normal, Fine
      Bit Depth14-Bit
      Timelapse Recording
      White BalanceAuto, fine, shade, incandescent, 3 mode flourescent, Custom
      WB Bracketing
      Focus Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Fujifilm FinePix S1
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous
      Multi-area
      Center
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Lens ServoSingle Servo AF (S), Continuous Servo AF (C), Manual focus (M)
      Focus Tracking automatically activated in subject's status in Single Servo AF (S) or Continuous Servo AF (C)
      Number of Cross-type Focus Points0
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Optics Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Fujifilm FinePix S1
      Lens MountNikon F
      Crop Factor1.5x
      35mm Equivalent Focal Length Range24 - 1200 mm
      Optical Zoom50x
      Maximum Aperturef/2.8 - 5.6
      Min Normal Focus Distance40 cm
      Min Macro Focus Distance1 cm
      Image Stabilization 5-Axis Sensor Shift
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Screen Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Fujifilm FinePix S1
      Screen TypeFixedFully Articulated
      Screen TechnologyTFT LCD
      Touch Screen
      Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen
      Screen Size2.0"3.0"
      Screen Resolution235k dot920k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Fujifilm FinePix S1
      ViewfinderOptical (pentaprism)Electronic
      Viewfinder Coverage94%97%
      Viewfinder Resolution920k dot
      Shutter Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Fujifilm FinePix S1
      Shutter TypeMechanical and Electronic
      Min Shutter Speed30 sec30 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/4000 sec1/2000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting10.0 fps
      Flash Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Fujifilm FinePix S1
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesAuto
      On
      Off
      Red-eye reduction
      Slow Sync
      Auto
      forced flash
      suppressed flash
      slow sync
      Flash Range15.00 m8.00 m
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/180 sec
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash ConnectionHot-shoe (Safety lock provided)
      PC Socket
      Shoe Mount
      Exposure Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Fujifilm FinePix S1
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure ModesP: Auto-Multi Program (Flexible program possible), S: Shutter-priority Auto A: Aperture-priority Auto, M: Manual
      Exposure Compensation±3 EV (1/2 EV increments)±2 (at 1/3 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing 2 or 3 shots in 1/2 EV steps ±2 (at 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV increments)
      DXO Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Fujifilm FinePix S1
      DxO Low Light ISO346
      DxO Color Depth20.9
      DxO Dynamic Range13.5
      DxO Overall Score60
      Video Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Fujifilm FinePix S1
      Internal Recording ModesNo
      Interval Recording
      Video FormatsH.264
      Max Video Resolution1920 x 1080
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Terminals Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Fujifilm FinePix S1
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output Mini
      Built-in MicrophoneStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Fujifilm FinePix S1
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Remote Control Optional
      Environmental Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Fujifilm FinePix S1
      Environmental Sealing
      Physical Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Fujifilm FinePix S1
      Dimensions148 x 135 x 80 mm (5.83 x 5.31 x 3.15")133 x 91 x 110 mm (5.24 x 3.58 x 4.33")
      Weight (inc. batteries)930 g (2.05 lb / 32.80 oz)680 g (1.50 lb / 23.99 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)7.5 x 7.5 x 5.5"
      Package Weight5 lb2.6 lb
      Power and Storage Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Fujifilm FinePix S1
      Battery PackNP-85
      Battery Life350 shots
      Internal Storage25 MB
      External StorageSingle Slot: xD Picture Card, Compact Flash Type I/IISingle Slot: SC/SDHC/SDXC
      Other Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Fujifilm FinePix S1
      Self Timer 2, 5, 10 or 20 secYes (2 or 10 sec)
      Orientation Sensor
      Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction System


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