Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro vs Nikon D800e

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro and Nikon D800e. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D800e is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.

Type of camera

Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D800e has a "Nikon FX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.

** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"

Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:

Resolution

Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro has a 6 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D800e has 36,3 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Nikon D800e has a 198 % larger resolution than Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.

ISO range

Nikon D800e has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro. Nikon D800e has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro has 100 to 3200.

Autofocus and lens compatibility

Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.

Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D800e

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds and Nikon D800e can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds.

Ability to record movies

It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.

It is only one of these two cameras that support recording movies and movie clips and that is Nikon D800e. Sadly, the Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro does not support this.

Weight

The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.

Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro weighs 920 gr (equal to 2.03 lb) which is 2% heavier than Nikon D800e and its 900 gr (or 1.98 lb).

Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro vs Nikon D800e Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro and Nikon D800e, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.

Product	Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro	Nikon D800e
Name	Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro	Nikon D800e
Manufacturer	Fujifilm	Nikon
Release Date and Price	Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro	Nikon D800e
Release Year	2007	2012
Release Date	2007-07-13	2012-02-07
MSRP	N/A	3299 USD
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Camera Type	Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro	Nikon D800e
Camera Type	DSLR	DSLR
Sensor	Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro	Nikon D800e
Sensor Size	APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)	Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX"
Sensor Type	CCD	CMOS
Resolution	4256 x 2848 pixels	7360 x 4912 pixels
Megapixels	6 MP	36,3 MP
Image Processor		EXPEED 3
Image	Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro	Nikon D800e
ISO Range	100 - 3200	100 - 25600
White Balance Presets	7	12
Custom White Balance	Yes	Yes
Image Stabilization	No	No
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating	0 stops	0 stops
Uncompressed format	RAW	RAW
Optics & Focus	Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro	Nikon D800e
Autofocus Motor	Yes	Yes
Autofocus	Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous	Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView
Focus Points	N/A	51
Lens Mount	Nikon F See Compatible Lenses	Nikon F See Compatible Lenses
Focal Length Multiplier	APS-C Sensor (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm	FX (Full frame) No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm
Screen & Viewfinder	Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro	Nikon D800e
Articulated LCD	N/A	Fixed
Screen size	2.5”	3,2”
Screen dots	230000	921000
Touch screen	No	No
Screen type	N/A	TFT Color LCD with 170 degrees wide-viewing angle
Live view	No	Yes
Viewfinder Type	Optical (pentaprism)	Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder Coverage	95%	100%
Viewfinder Magnification	0.94× (0.63× 35mm equiv.)	0.7×
Viewfinder Resolution	N/A	N/A
Photography features	Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro	Nikon D800e
Frames per second	3 fps	6 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed	30 seconds	30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/8000 seconds	1/8000 seconds
Built-in Flash	Yes	Yes
Built-in Flash Range	12 meters	12 meters
External Flash	Yes	Yes
Self-Timer	Yes	Yes
Time-lapse	No	Yes
Metering modes		Multi Center Weighted Spot Average
Exposure Compensation	+/- 5 (at 1/2 EV, 1/3 EV steps)	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 1 EV steps)
Videography features	Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro	Nikon D800e
Video recording	No	Yes
Video format	N/A	MPEG4 H.264
Video resolution	N/A	1280 x 720 1920 x 1080
Built-in Microphone	No	Yes
Built-in Speakers	No	Yes
Storage	Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro	Nikon D800e
Memory Card	Compact Flash	Compact Flash SD/SDHC
Connectivity	Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro	Nikon D800e
HDMI Output	No	Yes
Microphone Port	No	No
Headphone Port	No	No
Wireless	No	No
Remote Control	Yes (Optional)	Yes (Optional, wired or wireless)
GPS	No	Yes Optional with GP-1
Body & Dimensions	Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro	Nikon D800e
Enviromentally sealed	No	Yes
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	Lithium-Ion Battery	Lithium-Ion EN-EL15 rechargeable battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA)	N/A	900 shots
Width	147 mm	146 mm
Height	113 mm	123 mm
Depth	74 mm	82 mm
Weight	920 gram	900 gram