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.

Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro were released 2006 and Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro was released 2004. That is a 2 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro 2006
Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro 2004

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.

Camera Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 **
Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro 75 mm
Fujifilm sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5
Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro 75 mm
Fujifilm 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

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:

Camera Megapixels
Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro 6 MP
12121088 pixels
4256 x 2848
Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro 6 MP
12121088 pixels
4256 x 2848

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.

Camera ISO Range
Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro 100-3200
Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro 100-1600

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.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro 3
Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro 1,5

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).

Camera Weight
Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro 920 gr
2.03 lb
Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro 930 gr
2.05 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