| General | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro | Fujifilm X30 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Fujifilm | Fujifilm |
| Model | FinePix S3 Pro | X30 |
| Predecessor Model | Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro | Fujifilm X20 |
| Successor Model | Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro | |
| MSRP | $599 | |
| Camera Type | Interchangeable Lens | Point & Shoot |
| Body Type | DSLR | Standard Compact |
| Video Capture |
| Sensor | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro | Fujifilm X30 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor Size | APS-C | 2/3-inch |
| Sensor Dimensions | 23 x 15.5 mm | 8.8 x 6.6 mm |
| Total Pixels | 12 Megapixel | |
| Effective Pixels | 6 Megapixel | 12 Megapixel |
| Low Pass Filter | ||
| Native ISO Range | 100 - 1,600 | 100 - 12,800 |
| Photo | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro | Fujifilm X30 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | EXR Processor II | |
| Max Image Resolution | 4256 x 2848 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Other Resolutions | 3024 x 2016, 2304 x 1536, 1440 x 960 | 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 |
| Image Aspect Ratios | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 |
| Image File Format | JPEG, RAW | |
| JPEG Quality Levels | Basic, Normal, Fine | Fine, Normal |
| Bit Depth | 14-Bit | |
| Timelapse Recording | ||
| White Balance | Auto, fine, shade, incandescent, 3 mode flourescent, Custom | |
| WB Bracketing |
| Focus | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro | Fujifilm X30 |
|---|---|---|
| Autofocus Modes | Multi-area Selective single-point Single Continuous | Multi-area Center Selective single-point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection Live View |
| Lens Servo | Single 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 Focus Points | 49 | |
| 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 X30 |
|---|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Nikon F | |
| Crop Factor | 1.5x | |
| 35mm Equivalent Focal Length Range | 28 - 112 mm | |
| Optical Zoom | 4x | |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.0 - 2.8 | |
| Min Normal Focus Distance | 50 cm | |
| Min Macro Focus Distance | 1 cm | |
| Image Stabilization | ||
| Digital Image Stabilization |
| Screen | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro | Fujifilm X30 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Type | Fixed | Tilting |
| Screen Technology | TFT-LCD | |
| Touch Screen | ||
| Screen Size | 2.0" | 3.0" |
| Screen Resolution | 235k dot | 920k dot |
| Top LCD Screen | ||
| Live View | ||
| Live Composition |
| Viewfinder | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro | Fujifilm X30 |
|---|---|---|
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 94% | 100% |
| Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent) | 0.65x | |
| Viewfinder Resolution | 2,360k dot | |
| Diopter Adjustment | -4 to +2 |
| Shutter | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro | Fujifilm X30 |
|---|---|---|
| Shutter Type | Mechanical and Electronic | |
| Min Shutter Speed | 30 sec | 30 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 1/4000 sec | 1/4000 sec |
| Max Continuous Shooting | 12.0 fps |
| Flash | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro | Fujifilm X30 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | ||
| Flash Modes | Auto On Off Red-eye reduction Slow Sync | Auto forced flash slow synchro commander suppressed flash |
| Flash Range | 15.00 m | 7.00 m |
| Max Flash Sync Speed | 1/180 sec | |
| External Flash Connectivity | ||
| External Flash Connection | Hot-shoe (Safety lock provided) PC Socket | Shoe Mount |
| Exposure | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro | Fujifilm X30 |
|---|---|---|
| Exposure Metering Modes | Multi Average Spot | |
| Exposure Modes | P: Auto-Multi Program (Flexible program possible), S: Shutter-priority Auto A: Aperture-priority Auto, M: Manual | |
| Exposure Compensation | ±3 EV (1/2 EV increments) | ±3 (at 1/3 EV increments) |
| Exposure Bracketing | 2 or 3 shots in 1/2 EV steps | ±3 (at 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV increments) |
| DXO | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro | Fujifilm X30 |
|---|---|---|
| DxO Low Light ISO | 346 | |
| DxO Color Depth | 20.9 | |
| DxO Dynamic Range | 13.5 | |
| DxO Overall Score | 60 |
| Video | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro | Fujifilm X30 |
|---|---|---|
| Internal Recording Modes | No | |
| Interval Recording | ||
| Video Formats | H.264 | |
| Max Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | |
| Unlimited Video Recording |
| Terminals | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro | Fujifilm X30 |
|---|---|---|
| USB Speed | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI Output | Micro | |
| Speaker | Mono | |
| Built-in Microphone | Mono | |
| Microphone Input | ||
| Headphone Output | ||
| Flash Sync Port |
| Connectivity | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro | Fujifilm X30 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in GPS | ||
| Built-In Wi-Fi | ||
| Built-In Bluetooth | ||
| Remote Control | Optional |
| Environmental | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro | Fujifilm X30 |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Sealing |
| Physical | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro | Fujifilm X30 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 148 x 135 x 80 mm (5.83 x 5.31 x 3.15") | 119 x 72 x 60 mm (4.69 x 2.83 x 2.36") |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 930 g (2.05 lb / 32.80 oz) | 423 g (0.93 lb / 14.92 oz) |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 6.772 x 5.984 x 3.78" | |
| Package Weight | 5 lb | 1.7 lb |
| Power and Storage | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro | Fujifilm X30 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Pack | NP-95 | |
| Battery Life | 470 shots | |
| Internal Storage | ||
| External Storage | Single Slot: xD Picture Card, Compact Flash Type I/II | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Other | Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro | Fujifilm X30 |
|---|---|---|
| Self Timer | 2, 5, 10 or 20 sec | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Orientation Sensor | ||
| Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction System |
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