Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro vs Nikon D5300

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro and Nikon D5300. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D5300 is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.

Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro were released 2000 and Nikon D5300 was released 2013. That is a 13 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro 2000
Nikon D5300 2013

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 D5300 has a "Nikon DX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.

Camera Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 **
Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro 75 mm
Fujifilm sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5
Nikon D5300 75 mm
Nikon DX sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5

** 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 D5300 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Camera Megapixels
Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro 3 MP
6128640 pixels
3040 x 2016
Nikon D5300 24 MP
24000000 pixels
6000 x 4000

Nikon D5300 has a 292 % larger resolution than Fujifilm FinePix S1 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 D5300 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro. Nikon D5300 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro has 320 to 1600.

Camera ISO Range
Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro 320-1600
Nikon D5300 100-12800

Autofocus and lens compatibility

There is a big difference between these two cameras. Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D5300 does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D5300 there is a need for having an autofocus motor inside the lens. We really encourage you to look closely at our lens compatibility charts at the links below.

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 D5300

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 D5300 can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro 1,5
Nikon D5300 5

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 D5300. Sadly, the Fujifilm FinePix S1 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 S1 Pro weighs 820 gr (equal to 1.81 lb) which is 71% heavier than Nikon D5300 and its 480 gr (or 1.06 lb).

Camera Weight
Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro 820 gr
1.81 lb
Nikon D5300 480 gr
1.06 lb

Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro vs Nikon D5300 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro and Nikon D5300, 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 D5300
Name Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro Nikon D5300
Manufacturer Fujifilm Nikon
Release Date and Price
Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro
Nikon D5300
Release Year 2000 2013
Release Date 2000-01-31 2013-10-17
MSRP N/A 729 USD
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Camera Type
Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro
Nikon D5300
Camera Type DSLR DSLR
Sensor
Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro
Nikon D5300
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 CMOS
Resolution 3040 x 2016 pixels 6000 x 4000 pixels
Megapixels 3 MP 24 MP
Image Processor EXPEED 4
Image
Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro
Nikon D5300
ISO Range 320 - 1600 100 - 12800
White Balance Presets 7 12
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 D5300
Autofocus Motor Yes No
Autofocus Phase Detect
Multi Area
Selective Single Point
Single
Continuous
Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Center
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Face Detection
LiveView
Focus Points N/A 39
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 D5300
Articulated LCD N/A Fully articulated
Screen size 2” 3,2”
Screen dots 200000 1037000
Touch screen No No
Screen type N/A TFT LCD monitor
Live view No Yes
Viewfinder Type Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder Coverage 90% 95%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.82× (0.55× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution N/A N/A
Photography features
Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro
Nikon D5300
Frames per second 1,5 fps 5 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Built-in Flash Yes Yes
Built-in Flash Range 15 meters 12 meters
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes Yes
Time-lapse Yes Yes
Metering modes Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Exposure Compensation +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
Videography features
Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro
Nikon D5300
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 S1 Pro
Nikon D5300
Memory Card Compact Flash
Compact Flash
Connectivity
Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro
Nikon D5300
HDMI Output No Yes
Microphone Port No Yes
Headphone Port No No
Wireless No Yes
Built-In
Remote Control Optional Optional with ML-L3 or WR-R10
GPS No Yes
Built-in
Body & Dimensions
Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro
Nikon D5300
Enviromentally sealed No No
Battery AA Battery Pack
Battery Details AA (4) batteries (NiMH recommended) + 2 x CR123A lithium
Lithium-Ion EN-EL14a or EN-EL14 rechargeable battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA) N/A 600 shots
Width 148 mm 125 mm
Height 125 mm 98 mm
Depth 80 mm 76 mm
Weight 820 gram 480 gram