Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro vs Pentax KP

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      Specifications

      General Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax KP
      BrandFujifilmPentax
      ModelFinePix S3 ProKP
      Predecessor ModelFujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
      Successor ModelFujifilm FinePix S5 Pro
      MSRP$1099 (body only)
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeDSLRDSLR
      Video Capture
      Sensor Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax KP
      Sensor TypeCCDCMOS
      Sensor SizeAPS-CAPS-C
      Sensor Dimensions23 x 15.5 mm23.5 x 15.6 mm
      Total Pixels12 Megapixel24.96 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels6 Megapixel24.32 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range100 - 1,600100 - 819,200
      Sensor Shift High Resolution Mode
      Photo Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax KP
      ProcessorPRIME IV
      Max Image Resolution4256 x 28486016 x 4000
      Other Resolutions3024 x 2016, 2304 x 1536, 1440 x 9604608 x 3072, 3072 x 2048, 1920 x 1280
      Image Aspect Ratios3:23:2
      Image File FormatJPEG, RAWJPEG, RAW
      JPEG Quality LevelsBasic, Normal, FineBest, better, good
      Bit Depth14-Bit14-Bit
      Color SpacesRGB, Adobe RGB
      Timelapse Recording
      White BalanceAuto, fine, shade, incandescent, 3 mode flourescent, Custom
      Focus Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax KP
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous      		Multi-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Touch
      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)      		Automatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Single-Servo AF
      AF Detection Range-3 to +18 EV
      Number of Focus Points27
      Number of Cross-type Focus Points25
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Focusing ScreenInterchangeable Natural-Bright-Matte III focusing screen
      Optics Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax KP
      Lens MountNikon FPentax KAF2
      Crop Factor1.5x1.5x
      Image Stabilization5-Axis Sensor Shift
      Image Stabilization Compensation5 stops
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Screen Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax KP
      Screen TypeFixedTilting
      Screen TechnologyTFT LCD
      Touch Screen
      Screen Size2.0"3.0"
      Screen Resolution235k dot921k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax KP
      ViewfinderOptical (pentaprism)Optical (pentaprism)
      Viewfinder Coverage94%100%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.95x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.63x
      Viewfinder Eyepoint20.5 mm
      Diopter Adjustment-2.5 to +1.5
      Shutter Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax KP
      Shutter TypeMechanical and Electronic
      Min Shutter Speed30 sec30 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/4000 sec1/6000 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Electronic)1/24000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting7.0 fps
      Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/bufferUp to 7 fps at 24 MP for up to 28 Frames (JPEG) / 8 Frames (Raw)
      Up to 3 fps at 24 MP for up to 70 Frames (JPEG) / 15 Frames (Raw)
      Up to 0.8 fps at 24 MP for up to 100 Frames (JPEG) / 100 Frames (Raw)
      Flash Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax KP
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesAuto
      On
      Off
      Red-eye reduction
      Slow Sync      		Auto
      auto w/redeye reduction
      flash on w/redeye reduction
      slow sync
      trailing curtain sync
      manual
      wireless
      Flash Range15.00 m6.00 m at ISO 100
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/180 sec1/180 sec
      Flash Compensation-2 to +1 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash SystemP-TTL
      External Flash ConnectionHot-shoe (Safety lock provided)
      PC Socket      		Hot Shoe
      Exposure Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax KP
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure ModesP: Auto-Multi Program (Flexible program possible), S: Shutter-priority Auto A: Aperture-priority Auto, M: ManualAperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Sensitivity Priority, Shutter Priority
      Metering Range-3 to +20 EV
      Exposure Compensation±3 EV (1/2 EV increments)±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing 2 or 3 shots in 1/2 EV steps ±5 EV (2, 3, 5 shots )
      Exposure LockCan be assigned to the AF/AE-L button,Fx1 button,Fx2 button,Fx3 button
      DXO Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax KP
      DxO Low Light ISO346
      DxO Color Depth20.9
      DxO Dynamic Range13.5
      DxO Overall Score60
      Video Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax KP
      Internal Recording ModesNo
      Interval Recording
      Video FormatsMPEG-4, H.264
      Max Video Resolution1920 x 1080
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limit25 min
      Terminals Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax KP
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output requires SlimPort adapter
      SpeakerMono
      Built-in MicrophoneStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax KP
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Wi-Fi Version802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Remote Control Optional via remote cable or smartphone
      Environmental Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax KP
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature14 to 104°F / -10 to 40°C
      Operating Humidity0 to 85%
      Physical Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax KP
      Dimensions148 x 135 x 80 mm (5.83 x 5.31 x 3.15")132 x 101 x 76 mm (5.2 x 3.98 x 2.99")
      Weight (inc. batteries)930 g (2.05 lb / 32.80 oz)703 g (1.55 lb / 24.80 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)8.35 x 6.4 x 5.1"
      Package Weight5 lb3.075 lb
      Power and Storage Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax KP
      Battery PackD-LI109
      Battery Life390 shots
      Internal Storage
      External StorageSingle Slot: xD Picture Card, Compact Flash Type I/IISingle Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)
      Other Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax KP
      Self Timer 2, 5, 10 or 20 sec 2 or 12 secs
      Astro Tracer feature for Astrophotography
      Orientation Sensor


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