Fujifilm X-T30 vs Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-T30 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

Fujifilm X-T30 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-T30 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

Fujifilm X-T30 has a 26 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:

Fujifilm X-T30 has a 114 % 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-T30 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro. Fujifilm X-T30 has an ISO range that stretches from 160 to 12800 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 X-T30
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-T30 can shoot up to 30 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.

When comparing these two cameras there is only one of them that can shoot movies and that is Fujifilm X-T30. 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 143% heavier than Fujifilm X-T30 and its 383 gr (or 0.84 lb).

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-T30 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-T30	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
Name	Fujifilm X-T30	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
Manufacturer	Fujifilm	Fujifilm
Release Date and Price	Fujifilm X-T30	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
Release Year	2019	2004
Release Date	2019-02-14	2004-02-05
MSRP	899 USD	N/A
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Camera Type	Fujifilm X-T30	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
Camera Type	Mirrorless	DSLR
Sensor	Fujifilm X-T30	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	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-T30	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
ISO Range	160 - 12800	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 X-T30	Fujifilm FinePix S3 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-T30	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
Articulated LCD	Tilting	N/A
Screen size	3”	2”
Screen dots	1040000	235000
Touch screen	Yes	No
Screen type	TFT LCD	N/A
Live view	Yes	No
Viewfinder Type	Electronic	Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder Coverage	100%	94%
Viewfinder Magnification	0.93× (0.62× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution	2360000	N/A
Photography features	Fujifilm X-T30	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
Frames per second	30 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	5 meters	15 meters
External Flash	Yes	Yes
Self-Timer	Yes	Yes
Time-lapse	Yes	Yes
Metering modes	Multi Center Weighted Spot Average
Exposure Compensation	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps)	N/A
Videography features	Fujifilm X-T30	Fujifilm FinePix S3 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-T30	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
Memory Card	SD/SDHC	Compact Flash
Connectivity	Fujifilm X-T30	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
HDMI Output	Yes	No
Microphone Port	Yes	No
Headphone Port	No	No
Wireless	Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.2)	No
Remote Control	Yes (via wired remote or smartphone)	Yes (Optional)
GPS	No	No
Body & Dimensions	Fujifilm X-T30	Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
Enviromentally sealed	No	Yes
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & Charger
Battery Life (CIPA)	380 shots	N/A
Width	118 mm	148 mm
Height	83 mm	135 mm
Depth	47 mm	80 mm
Weight	383 gram	930 gram