Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro vs Nikon D3500

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro and Nikon D3500. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D3500 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 S3 Pro has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D3500 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 S3 Pro has a 6 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D3500 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Nikon D3500 has a 98 % larger resolution than Fujifilm FinePix S3 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 D3500 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro. Nikon D3500 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro has 100 to 1600.

Autofocus and lens compatibility

There is a big difference between these two cameras. Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D3500 does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D3500 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 S3 Pro
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D3500

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro can shoot up to 1,5 pictures per seconds and Nikon D3500 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.

It is only one of these two cameras that support recording movies and movie clips and that is Nikon D3500. Sadly, the Fujifilm FinePix S3 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 S3 Pro weighs 930 gr (equal to 2.05 lb) which is 155% heavier than Nikon D3500 and its 365 gr (or 0.8 lb).

Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro vs Nikon D3500 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro and Nikon D3500, 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 S3 Pro	Nikon D3500
Name	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro	Nikon D3500
Manufacturer	Fujifilm	Nikon
Release Date and Price	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro	Nikon D3500
Release Year	2004	2018
Release Date	2004-02-05	2018-08-30
MSRP	N/A	499 USD
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Camera Type	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro	Nikon D3500
Camera Type	DSLR	DSLR
Sensor	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro	Nikon D3500
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	4256 x 2848 pixels	6000 x 4000 pixels
Megapixels	6 MP	24 MP
Image Processor		EXPEED 4
Image	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro	Nikon D3500
ISO Range	100 - 1600	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 S3 Pro	Nikon D3500
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	11
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 S3 Pro	Nikon D3500
Articulated LCD	N/A	Fixed
Screen size	2”	3”
Screen dots	235000	921000
Touch screen	No	No
Screen type	N/A	TFT LCD
Live view	No	Yes
Viewfinder Type	Optical (pentaprism)	Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder Coverage	94%	95%
Viewfinder Magnification		0.85× (0.57× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution	N/A	N/A
Photography features	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro	Nikon D3500
Frames per second	1,5 fps	5 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed	30 seconds	30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/4000 seconds	1/4000 seconds
Built-in Flash	Yes	Yes
Built-in Flash Range	15 meters	7 meters
External Flash	Yes	Yes
Self-Timer	Yes	Yes
Time-lapse	Yes	No
Metering modes		Multi Center Weighted Spot
Exposure Compensation	N/A	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro	Nikon D3500
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 S3 Pro	Nikon D3500
Memory Card	Compact Flash	SD/SDHC
Connectivity	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro	Nikon D3500
HDMI Output	No	Yes
Microphone Port	No	No
Headphone Port	No	No
Wireless	No	Yes Built-in, SnapBridge (Bluetooth only)
Remote Control	Yes (Optional)	Yes (via Smartphone)
GPS	No	No
Body & Dimensions	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro	Nikon D3500
Enviromentally sealed	Yes	No
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details		EN-EL14a lithium-ion battery and charger
Battery Life (CIPA)	N/A	1550 shots
Width	148 mm	124 mm
Height	135 mm	97 mm
Depth	80 mm	70 mm
Weight	930 gram	365 gram