Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro vs Nikon Z9

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro and Nikon Z9. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon Z9 is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.

Type of camera

Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro is a DSLR camera while Nikon Z9 is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Nikon Z9 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 S2 Pro has a 6 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon Z9 has 46 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Nikon Z9 has a 275 % larger resolution than Fujifilm FinePix S2 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 Z9 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro. Nikon Z9 has an ISO range that stretches from 32 to 102400 while Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro has 100 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 S2 Pro
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon Z9

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro can shoot up to 2 pictures per seconds and Nikon Z9 can shoot up to 30 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 Z9. Sadly, the Fujifilm FinePix S2 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.

Nikon Z9 weighs 1340 gr (equal to 2.95 lb) which is 58% heavier than Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro and its 850 gr (or 1.87 lb).

Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro vs Nikon Z9 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro and Nikon Z9, 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 S2 Pro	Nikon Z9
Name	Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro	Nikon Z9
Manufacturer	Fujifilm	Nikon
Release Date and Price	Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro	Nikon Z9
Release Year	2002	2021
Release Date	2020-01-30	2021-10-28
MSRP	N/A	5500 USD
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Camera Type	Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro	Nikon Z9
Camera Type	DSLR	Mirrorless
Sensor	Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro	Nikon Z9
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	Full Stacked CMOS
Resolution	4256 x 2848 pixels	8256 x 5504 pixels
Megapixels	6 MP	46 MP
Image Processor		EXPEED 7
Image	Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro	Nikon Z9
ISO Range	100 - 1600	32 - 102400
White Balance Presets	7	9
Custom White Balance	Yes	Yes
Image Stabilization	No	Yes (Sensor Shift (Synchro VR with selected lenses))
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating	0 stops	6 stops
Uncompressed format		RAW
Optics & Focus	Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro	Nikon Z9
Autofocus Motor	Yes	Yes
Autofocus	Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous	Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView
Focus Points	N/A	493
Lens Mount	Nikon F See Compatible Lenses	Nikon Z 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 S2 Pro	Nikon Z9
Articulated LCD	N/A	Tilting
Screen size	1,8”	3.2”
Screen dots	117000	2088960
Touch screen	No	Yes
Screen type	N/A	TFT LCD
Live view	No	Yes
Viewfinder Type	Optical (pentaprism)	Electronic
Viewfinder Coverage	92%	100%
Viewfinder Magnification		0.8x
Viewfinder Resolution	N/A	3686400
Photography features	Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro	Nikon Z9
Frames per second	2 fps	30 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed	30 seconds	900 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/4000 seconds	1/32000 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	Yes
Metering modes		Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot
Exposure Compensation	N/A	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
Videography features	Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro	Nikon Z9
Video recording	No	Yes
Video format	N/A	H.264 H.265
Video resolution	N/A	1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 7680 x 4320
Built-in Microphone	No	Yes
Built-in Speakers	No	Yes
Storage	Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro	Nikon Z9
Memory Card	Compact Flash	Compact Flash Express XQD
Connectivity	Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro	Nikon Z9
HDMI Output	No	Yes
Microphone Port	No	Yes
Headphone Port	No	Yes
Wireless	No	Yes Built-in (IEEE 802.11b/g/n/a/ac/Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Low Energy)
Remote Control	Yes (Optional)	Yes (Via app)
GPS	No	Yes Built-in (GPS, GLONASS, QZSS)
Body & Dimensions	Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro	Nikon Z9
Enviromentally sealed	Yes	Yes
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details		EN-EL18d (backwards compatible with EN-EL18/a/b/c batteries)
Battery Life (CIPA)	N/A	740 shots
Width	142 mm	149 mm
Height	131 mm	150 mm
Depth	80 mm	91 mm
Weight	850 gram	1340 gram