Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro vs Nikon D1H

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro and Nikon D1H. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D1H 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 S1 Pro has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D1H has a "Nikon DX"-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 S1 Pro has a 3 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D1H has 2,6 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro has a 134 % larger resolution than Nikon D1H. 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 D1H has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro. Nikon D1H has an ISO range that stretches from 200 to 1600 while Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro has 320 to 1600.

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 S1 Pro
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D1H

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro can shoot up to 1,5 pictures per seconds and Nikon D1H can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.

Ability to record movies

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

Though, neither Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro or Nikon D1H can shoot movies so if that is a functionality that you are really looking for you should look elsewhere.

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.

Nikon D1H weighs 1200 gr (equal to 2.65 lb) which is 46% heavier than Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro and its 820 gr (or 1.81 lb).

Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro vs Nikon D1H Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro and Nikon D1H, 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 S1 Pro	Nikon D1H
Name	Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro	Nikon D1H
Manufacturer	Fujifilm	Nikon
Release Date and Price	Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro	Nikon D1H
Release Year	2000	2001
Release Date	2000-01-31	2001-02-05
MSRP	N/A	3849 USD
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Camera Type	Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro	Nikon D1H
Camera Type	DSLR	DSLR
Sensor	Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro	Nikon D1H
Sensor Size	APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)	APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX"
Sensor Type	CCD	CCD
Resolution	3040 x 2016 pixels	2000 x 1312 pixels
Megapixels	3 MP	2,6 MP
Image Processor		Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration)
Image	Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro	Nikon D1H
ISO Range	320 - 1600	200 - 1600
White Balance Presets	7	6
Custom White Balance	Yes	Yes
Image Stabilization	No	No
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating	0 stops	0 stops
Uncompressed format	TIFF	RAW
Optics & Focus	Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro	Nikon D1H
Autofocus Motor	Yes	Yes
Autofocus	Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous	Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous
Focus Points	N/A	5
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	DX / APS-C (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
Screen & Viewfinder	Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro	Nikon D1H
Articulated LCD	N/A	Fixed
Screen size	2”	2”
Screen dots	200000	130000
Touch screen	No	No
Screen type	N/A	N/A
Live view	No	No
Viewfinder Type	Optical (pentaprism)	Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder Coverage	90%	96%
Viewfinder Magnification		0.8× (0.53× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution	N/A	N/A
Photography features	Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro	Nikon D1H
Frames per second	1,5 fps	5 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed	30 seconds	30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/2000 seconds	1/16000 seconds
Built-in Flash	Yes	No
Built-in Flash Range	15 meters	N/A
External Flash	Yes	Yes
Self-Timer	Yes	Yes
Time-lapse	Yes	No
Metering modes		Multi Center Weighted Spot
Exposure Compensation	+/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps)	+/- 5 (at 1/2 EV, 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features	Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro	Nikon D1H
Video recording	No	No
Video format	N/A	N/A
Video resolution	N/A	N/A
Built-in Microphone	No	No
Built-in Speakers	No	No
Storage	Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro	Nikon D1H
Memory Card	Compact Flash	Compact Flash
Connectivity	Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro	Nikon D1H
HDMI Output	No	No
Microphone Port	No	No
Headphone Port	No	No
Wireless	No	No
Remote Control	Optional	Yes (Supported)
GPS	No	No
Body & Dimensions	Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro	Nikon D1H
Enviromentally sealed	No	No
Battery	AA	Battery Pack
Battery Details	AA (4) batteries (NiMH recommended) + 2 x CR123A lithium	Ni-MH Battery Pack EN-4
Battery Life (CIPA)	N/A	1200 shots
Width	148 mm	157 mm
Height	125 mm	153 mm
Depth	80 mm	85 mm
Weight	820 gram	1200 gram