Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro vs Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro and Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

These cameras are both manufactured by Fujifilm.

Type of camera

Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-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

Both these cameras have the exact same resolution. Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro has a 6 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro has 6 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

ISO range

Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro. Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 3200 while Fujifilm FinePix S3 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 S5 Pro
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds and Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro can shoot up to 1,5 pictures per seconds.

Ability to record movies

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

Though, neither Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro or Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro 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 S3 Pro weighs 930 gr (equal to 2.05 lb) which is 1% heavier than Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro and its 920 gr (or 2.03 lb).

Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro vs Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro and Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro, 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 S5 Pro	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
Name	Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
Manufacturer	Fujifilm	Fujifilm
Release Date and Price	Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
Release Year	2006	2004
Release Date	2006-09-25	2004-02-05
MSRP	N/A	N/A
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Camera Type	Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
Camera Type	DSLR	DSLR
Sensor	Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
Sensor Size	APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)	APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)
Sensor Type	CCD	CCD
Resolution	4256 x 2848 pixels	4256 x 2848 pixels
Megapixels	6 MP	6 MP
Image Processor
Image	Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
ISO Range	100 - 3200	100 - 1600
White Balance Presets	7	7
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 S5 Pro	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
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	N/A
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	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
Screen & Viewfinder	Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
Articulated LCD	N/A	N/A
Screen size	2.5”	2”
Screen dots	230000	235000
Touch screen	No	No
Screen type	N/A	N/A
Live view	No	No
Viewfinder Type	Optical (pentaprism)	Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder Coverage	95%	94%
Viewfinder Magnification	0.94× (0.63× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution	N/A	N/A
Photography features	Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
Frames per second	3 fps	1,5 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed	30 seconds	30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/8000 seconds	1/4000 seconds
Built-in Flash	Yes	Yes
Built-in Flash Range	12 meters	15 meters
External Flash	Yes	Yes
Self-Timer	Yes	Yes
Time-lapse	No	Yes
Metering modes
Exposure Compensation	+/- 5 (at 1/2 EV, 1/3 EV steps)	N/A
Videography features	Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
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 S5 Pro	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
Memory Card	Compact Flash	Compact Flash
Connectivity	Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
HDMI Output	No	No
Microphone Port	No	No
Headphone Port	No	No
Wireless	No	No
Remote Control	Yes (Optional)	Yes (Optional)
GPS	No	No
Body & Dimensions	Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
Enviromentally sealed	No	Yes
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	Lithium-Ion Battery
Battery Life (CIPA)	N/A	N/A
Width	147 mm	148 mm
Height	113 mm	135 mm
Depth	74 mm	80 mm
Weight	920 gram	930 gram