Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro vs Nikon D70

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro and Nikon D70. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D70 is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.

Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro were released 2000 and Nikon D70 was released 2004. That is a 4 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro 2000
Nikon D70 2004

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 D70 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 D70 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 D70 has 6 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 D70 6 MP
6016000 pixels
3008 x 2000

Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro has a 2 % larger resolution than Nikon D70. 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 D70 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro. Nikon D70 has an ISO range that stretches from 200 to 1600 while Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro has 320 to 1600.

Camera ISO Range
Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro 320-1600
Nikon D70 200-1600

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 D70

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 D70 can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro 1,5
Nikon D70 3

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 D70 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.

Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro weighs 820 gr (equal to 1.81 lb) which is 21% heavier than Nikon D70 and its 679 gr (or 1.5 lb).

Camera Weight
Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro 820 gr
1.81 lb
Nikon D70 679 gr
1.5 lb

Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro vs Nikon D70 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro and Nikon D70, 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 D70
Name Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro Nikon D70
Manufacturer Fujifilm Nikon
Release Date and Price
Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro
Nikon D70
Release Year 2000 2004
Release Date 2000-01-31 2004-01-28
MSRP N/A 999 USD
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Camera Type
Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro
Nikon D70
Camera Type DSLR DSLR
Sensor
Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro
Nikon D70
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 3008 x 2000 pixels
Megapixels 3 MP 6 MP
Image Processor Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration)
Image
Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro
Nikon D70
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 D70
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 D70
Articulated LCD N/A Fixed
Screen size 2” 1,8”
Screen dots 200000 130000
Touch screen No No
Screen type N/A N/A
Live view No No
Viewfinder Type Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder Coverage 90% 95%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.75× (0.5× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution N/A N/A
Photography features
Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro
Nikon D70
Frames per second 1,5 fps 3 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/2000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Built-in Flash Yes Yes
Built-in Flash Range 15 meters 11 meters
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 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
Videography features
Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro
Nikon D70
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 D70
Memory Card Compact Flash
Compact Flash
Connectivity
Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro
Nikon D70
HDMI Output No No
Microphone Port No No
Headphone Port No No
Wireless No No
Remote Control Optional Yes (Optional (ML-L3))
GPS No No
Body & Dimensions
Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro
Nikon D70
Enviromentally sealed No No
Battery AA Battery Pack
Battery Details AA (4) batteries (NiMH recommended) + 2 x CR123A lithium
Nikon EN-EL3 Lithium-Ion & charger included
Battery Life (CIPA) N/A 400 shots
Width 148 mm 140 mm
Height 125 mm 111 mm
Depth 80 mm 78 mm
Weight 820 gram 679 gram