Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro vs Pentax K-3

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      Specifications

      General Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax K-3
      BrandFujifilmPentax
      ModelFinePix S3 ProK-3
      Predecessor ModelFujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
      Successor ModelFujifilm FinePix S5 Pro Pentax K-3 Mark II
      MSRP$1299 / £1099 body only, $1699 / £1449 with 18-135 WR lens, $1599 / £1399 for limited edition silver body
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeDSLRDSLR
      Video Capture
      Sensor Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax K-3
      Sensor TypeCCDCMOS
      Sensor SizeAPS-CAPS-C
      Sensor Dimensions23 x 15.5 mm23.5 x 15.6 mm
      Total Pixels12 Megapixel24.71 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels6 Megapixel23.35 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range100 - 1,600100 - 51,200
      Photo Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax K-3
      ProcessorPRIME III
      Max Image Resolution4256 x 28486016 x 4000
      Other Resolutions3024 x 2016, 2304 x 1536, 1440 x 9604608 x 3072, 3072 x 2048, 1920 x 1080
      Image Aspect Ratios3:23:2
      Image File FormatJPEG, RAW
      JPEG Quality LevelsBasic, Normal, FineBest, better, good
      Bit Depth14-Bit14-Bit
      Timelapse Recording
      White BalanceAuto, fine, shade, incandescent, 3 mode flourescent, Custom
      Focus Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax K-3
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous      		Multi-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Lens ServoSingle Servo AF (S), Continuous Servo AF (C), Manual focus (M)
      Focus Tracking automatically activated in subject's status in Single Servo AF (S) or Continuous Servo AF (C)      		Continuous-Servo AF, , Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
      Number of Focus Points27
      Number of Cross-type Focus Points25
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Optics Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax K-3
      Lens MountNikon FPentax KAF2
      Crop Factor1.5x1.5x
      Image StabilizationSensor Shift
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Screen Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax K-3
      Screen TypeFixedFixed
      Screen TechnologyTFT LCD
      Touch Screen
      Screen Size2.0"3.2"
      Screen Resolution235k dot1,037k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax K-3
      ViewfinderOptical (pentaprism)Optical (pentaprism)
      Viewfinder Coverage94%100%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.95x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.63x
      Diopter Adjustment-2.5 to +1.5
      Shutter Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax K-3
      Shutter TypeMechanical and Electronic
      Min Shutter Speed30 sec30 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/4000 sec1/8000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting8.3 fps
      Flash Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax K-3
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesAuto
      On
      Off
      Red-eye reduction
      Slow Sync      		Auto
      on
      off
      red-eye
      slow sync
      slow sync + red-eye
      trailing curtain sync
      high speed
      wireless
      manual
      Flash Range15.00 m13.00 m at ISO 100
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/180 sec1/180 sec
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash ConnectionHot-shoe (Safety lock provided)
      PC Socket      		Hot Shoe, PC Terminal, Wireless
      Exposure Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax K-3
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure ModesP: Auto-Multi Program (Flexible program possible), S: Shutter-priority Auto A: Aperture-priority Auto, M: Manual
      Exposure Compensation±3 EV (1/2 EV increments)±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing 2 or 3 shots in 1/2 EV steps ±2 EV (2, 3, 5 shots at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)
      DXO Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax K-3
      DxO Low Light ISO3461216
      DxO Color Depth20.923.7
      DxO Dynamic Range13.513.4
      DxO Overall Score6080
      Video Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax K-3
      Internal Recording ModesNo
      Interval Recording
      Video FormatsMPEG-4, H.264
      Max Video Resolution1920 x 1080
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limit25 min
      Terminals Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax K-3
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec)
      HDMI Output Mini
      SpeakerMono
      Built-in MicrophoneMono
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax K-3
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi Optional
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Remote Control Optional optional, wired or wireless
      Environmental Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax K-3
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature14 to 104°F / -10 to 40°C
      Physical Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax K-3
      Dimensions148 x 135 x 80 mm (5.83 x 5.31 x 3.15")131 x 100 x 77 mm (5.16 x 3.94 x 3.03")
      Weight (inc. batteries)930 g (2.05 lb / 32.80 oz)800 g (1.76 lb / 28.22 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)8.3 x 6.4 x 3.7"
      Package Weight5 lb3.1 lb
      Power and Storage Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax K-3
      Battery PackD-LI90
      Battery Life560 shots
      Internal Storage
      External StorageSingle Slot: xD Picture Card, Compact Flash Type I/IIDual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)
      Other Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Pentax K-3
      Self Timer 2, 5, 10 or 20 sec 2 or 12 seconds
      Orientation Sensor
      Electronic Level Gauge


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