Fujifilm X-A2 vs Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-A2 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 X-A2 were released 2015 and Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro was released 2004. That is a 11 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Fujifilm X-A2 2015
Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro 2004

Type of camera

Fujifilm X-A2 is a Mirrorless camera while Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-A2 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 X-A2 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

Fujifilm X-A2 has a 16 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 X-A2 16 MP
15980544 pixels
4896 x 3264
Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro 6 MP
12121088 pixels
4256 x 2848

Fujifilm X-A2 has a 32 % 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

Fujifilm X-A2 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro. Fujifilm X-A2 has an ISO range that stretches from 200 to 6400 while Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro has 100 to 1600.

Camera ISO Range
Fujifilm X-A2 200-6400
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 X-A2
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 X-A2 can shoot up to 5,6 pictures per seconds and Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro can shoot up to 1,5 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Fujifilm X-A2 5,6
Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro 1,5

Ability to record movies

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

When comparing these two cameras there is only one of them that can shoot movies and that is Fujifilm X-A2. Unfortunately Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro does not support recording movies and movie clips.

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 166% heavier than Fujifilm X-A2 and its 350 gr (or 0.77 lb).

Camera Weight
Fujifilm X-A2 350 gr
0.77 lb
Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro 930 gr
2.05 lb

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-A2 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 X-A2
Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
Name Fujifilm X-A2 Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
Manufacturer Fujifilm Fujifilm
Release Date and Price
Fujifilm X-A2
Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
Release Year 2015 2004
Release Date 2015-01-15 2004-02-05
MSRP 549 USD N/A
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Camera Type
Fujifilm X-A2
Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
Camera Type Mirrorless DSLR
Sensor
Fujifilm X-A2
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 CMOS CCD
Resolution 4896 x 3264 pixels 4256 x 2848 pixels
Megapixels 16 MP 6 MP
Image Processor EXR Processor II
Image
Fujifilm X-A2
Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
ISO Range 200 - 6400 100 - 1600
White Balance Presets 6 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 X-A2
Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
Autofocus Motor Yes Yes
Autofocus Contract Detect (sensor)
Multi Area
Center
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Face Detection
LiveView
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Selective Single Point
Single
Continuous
Focus Points 49 N/A
Lens Mount Fujifilm X

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 X-A2
Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
Articulated LCD Tilting N/A
Screen size 3” 2”
Screen dots 920000 235000
Touch screen No No
Screen type 175-degree upward-tilting TFT LCD N/A
Live view Yes No
Viewfinder Type No Viewfinder Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder Coverage 94%
Viewfinder Magnification
Viewfinder Resolution N/A N/A
Photography features
Fujifilm X-A2
Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
Frames per second 5,6 fps 1,5 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 7 meters 15 meters
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes Yes
Time-lapse No Yes
Metering modes Multi
Spot
Average
Exposure Compensation +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps) N/A
Videography features
Fujifilm X-A2
Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
Video recording Yes No
Video format H.264
N/A
Video resolution 1280 x 720
1920 x 1080
N/A
Built-in Microphone Yes No
Built-in Speakers Yes No
Storage
Fujifilm X-A2
Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
Memory Card SD/SDHC
Compact Flash
Connectivity
Fujifilm X-A2
Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
HDMI Output Yes No
Microphone Port No No
Headphone Port No No
Wireless Yes
Built-in (802.11b/g/n)
No
Remote Control Yes (Wired or via smartphone) Yes (Optional)
GPS No No
Body & Dimensions
Fujifilm X-A2
Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
Enviromentally sealed No Yes
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details NP-W126 lithium-ion battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA) 410 shots N/A
Width 117 mm 148 mm
Height 67 mm 135 mm
Depth 40 mm 80 mm
Weight 350 gram 930 gram