Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-Pro3 and Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

These cameras are both manufactured by Fujifilm.

Fujifilm X-Pro3 were released 2019 and Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro was released 2007. That is a 12 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Fujifilm X-Pro3 2019
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro 2007

Type of camera

Fujifilm X-Pro3 is a Mirrorless camera while Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-Pro3 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Fujifilm FinePix IS 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-Pro3 75 mm
Fujifilm sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5
Fujifilm FinePix IS 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-Pro3 has a 26 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro has 6 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Camera Megapixels
Fujifilm X-Pro3 26 MP
25958400 pixels
6240 x 4160
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro 6 MP
12121088 pixels
4256 x 2848

Fujifilm X-Pro3 has a 114 % larger resolution than Fujifilm FinePix IS 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-Pro3 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro. Fujifilm X-Pro3 has an ISO range that stretches from 160 to 12800 while Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro has 100 to 3200.

Camera ISO Range
Fujifilm X-Pro3 160-12800
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro 100-3200

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-Pro3
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-Pro3 can shoot up to 11 pictures per seconds and Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Fujifilm X-Pro3 11
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro 3

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-Pro3. Unfortunately Fujifilm FinePix IS 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 IS Pro weighs 920 gr (equal to 2.03 lb) which is 85% heavier than Fujifilm X-Pro3 and its 497 gr (or 1.1 lb).

Camera Weight
Fujifilm X-Pro3 497 gr
1.1 lb
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro 920 gr
2.03 lb

Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-Pro3 and Fujifilm FinePix IS 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-Pro3
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro
Name Fujifilm X-Pro3 Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro
Manufacturer Fujifilm Fujifilm
Release Date and Price
Fujifilm X-Pro3
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro
Release Year 2019 2007
Release Date 2019-10-23 2007-07-13
MSRP 1799 USD N/A
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Camera Type
Fujifilm X-Pro3
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro
Camera Type Mirrorless DSLR
Sensor
Fujifilm X-Pro3
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro
Sensor Size APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)
Sensor Type BSI-CMOS CCD
Resolution 6240 x 4160 pixels 4256 x 2848 pixels
Megapixels 26 MP 6 MP
Image Processor X-Processor 4
Image
Fujifilm X-Pro3
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro
ISO Range 160 - 12800 100 - 3200
White Balance Presets 0 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-Pro3
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro
Autofocus Motor Yes Yes
Autofocus Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Center
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Touch
Face Detection
LiveView
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Selective Single Point
Single
Continuous
Focus Points 425 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-Pro3
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro
Articulated LCD Tilting N/A
Screen size 3” 2.5”
Screen dots 1620000 230000
Touch screen Yes No
Screen type TFT LCD N/A
Live view Yes No
Viewfinder Type Electronic and Optical (tunnel) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder Coverage 95% 95%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.78× (0.52× 35mm equiv.) 0.94× (0.63× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution 3690000 N/A
Photography features
Fujifilm X-Pro3
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro
Frames per second 11 fps 3 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/4000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Built-in Flash No Yes
Built-in Flash Range N/A 12 meters
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes Yes
Time-lapse No No
Metering modes Multi
Spot
Average
Exposure Compensation +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) +/- 5 (at 1/2 EV, 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features
Fujifilm X-Pro3
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro
Video recording Yes No
Video format MPEG4
H.264
N/A
Video resolution 1920 x 1080
3840 x 2160
4096 x 2160
N/A
Built-in Microphone Yes No
Built-in Speakers Yes No
Storage
Fujifilm X-Pro3
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro
Memory Card SD/SDHC
Compact Flash
Connectivity
Fujifilm X-Pro3
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro
HDMI Output No No
Microphone Port Yes No
Headphone Port No No
Wireless Yes
Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth)
No
Remote Control Yes (wired, cable release or smartphone) Yes (Optional)
GPS No No
Body & Dimensions
Fujifilm X-Pro3
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro
Enviromentally sealed Yes No
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details Li-ion battery NP-W126S
Lithium-Ion Battery
Battery Life (CIPA) 440 shots N/A
Width 141 mm 147 mm
Height 83 mm 113 mm
Depth 46 mm 74 mm
Weight 497 gram 920 gram