FUJIFILM FinePix S3 Pro Digital SLR Camera, 12.3 Megapixel (Camera Body)

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FUJIFILM FinePix S3 Pro Digital SLR Camera, 12.3 Megapixel (Camera Body)
Key Features
  • (6.17 Million S-pixels & 6.17 Million R-pixels)
The Fuji FinePix S3 Pro features the one-of-a-kind Super CCD SR sensor - designed specifically for professional photography. This proprietary technology creates a wider dynamic range to produce images that approach true photographic quality. As a result, the FinePix S3 Pro will capture highlight and shadow detail often lost by digital cameras in high contrast scenes. In addition, Super CCD SR sensor technology provides a higher level of sensitivity, improved signal-to-noise ratio and more natural color reproduction.
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FUJIFILM S3 Overview

  • 1Description
  • 212.3 megapixel Super CCD SR
  • 3Unique, Professional Body
  • 4Compatibile with Nikon F-mount Lens
  • 5D-TTL Exposure Metering System
  • 6Dual Shutter Release Buttons
  • 7Dual Media Slots
  • 8High Resolution LCD
  • 9Dual Digital Interface
  • 10Efficient Power Usage
  • 11Built-in PC Sync Outlet
  • 12USB Direct Print (PictBridge)

The Fuji FinePix S3 Pro features the one-of-a-kind Super CCD SR sensor - designed specifically for professional photography. This proprietary technology creates a wider dynamic range to produce images that approach true photographic quality. As a result, the FinePix S3 Pro will capture highlight and shadow detail often lost by digital cameras in high contrast scenes. In addition, Super CCD SR sensor technology provides a higher level of sensitivity, improved signal-to-noise ratio and more natural color reproduction.

12.3 megapixel Super CCD SR
With 12.3 million (S-pixel: 6.17 million, R-pixel: 6.17 million) effective pixels, the APS size, professional Super CCD SR sensor offers wider dynamic range, higher S/N ratio, and consistently natural color reproduction.
Unique, Professional Body
The FinePix S3 Pro has a unique body designed and crafted to Fujifilm specifications. The solid, one-piece body is made from a durable polycarbonate and has a F-mount lens fitting for Nikon lens compatibility.
Compatibile with Nikon F-mount Lens
Industry-standard Nikon F-mount in the FinePix S3 Pro accommodates a full range of Nikkor F-series lenses - including AF-D, AF-G and AF-S type professional optics.
D-TTL Exposure Metering System
The FinePix S3 Pro offers Intelligent Flash with the D-TTL full-aperture exposure metering system providing outstanding results with all Nikon compatible speed lights. This allows you to take advantage of a host of creative lighting options, even on location.
Dual Shutter Release Buttons
The FinePix S3 Pro is equipped with convenient dual shutter release buttons to allow optimum comfort and stability in both horizontal and vertical orientations.
Dual Media Slots
The FinePix S3 Pro features dual media slots, accepting both xD-Picture Card and CompactFlash (type I, type II & Microdrive) media
High Resolution LCD
The 2.0-inch 235,000-pixel LCD monitor delivers crisp, clear images and approx. 100% coverage of frame, as does the viewfinder. The camera also has a convenient LCD data display to indicate shooting information and settings.
Dual Digital Interface
The FinePix S3 Pro offers both high-speed IEEE1394 (for camera control and data transfer) and USB 2.0 (for data transfer). These interfaces save time as well as help minimizing transfer error.
Efficient Power Usage
The FinePix S3 Pro is extremely efficient power-wise, running solely on four AA Ni-MH rechargeable batteries
Built-in PC Sync Outlet
The PC-Sync connection allows strobes or other external flash systems to be connected to the FinePix S3 Pro. Flash sync speed is 1/180th of a second.
USB Direct Print (PictBridge)
When the camera is connected to a PictBridge supported printer, you have complete control of the Printers' functions including automatic printing using DPOF, index printing, partial image printing, multiple copy printing, exact size printing and more. It's amazingly simple because you operate it all straight from your camera. All without ever touching a computer.

FUJIFILM S3 Specs

Camera Type
Interchangeable Lens SLR Digital Camera
Image Quality
Image Sensor
23.0 x 15.5mm 12.9 Megapixel Super CCD SR
(6.45 million S-pixels & 6.45 million R-pixels)
Effective Resolution
12.2 million pixels
Color Depth
42 Bit RGB (RAW)
36 Bit RGB (JPEG)
Color Modes
Full Color
Image File Formats
CCD-RAW (14bit)
JPEG (Fine, Normal, Basic)
Exif 2.2, DCF and DPOF compliant
Recorded Resolution
4256x2848
3024x2016
2304x1536
1440x960
Video Recording
No
Audio Recording
Yes
Optics
Lens Mount
Nikon F-mount (compatible with AF-D, AF-G and AF-S type Lenses)

D-type AF Nikkor lenses: All functions possible
AF Nikkor lenses other than D type:All function except 3D Matrix Metering possible
Non-CPU lenses: Usable in Manual exposure mode (exposure meter cannot be used)

Focal Length Multiplier
1.5x
Optical Image Stabilization
Supports Nikon VR lenses
Focus Control
Focus Type
Contrast Detect Autofocus
Focus Modes
Single 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)
Exposure Control
Sensitivity
ISO 100, 160, 200, 400, 800 & 1600
Shutter Type
Mechanical and Electronic Shutter
Shutter Speed
30 - 1/4000 second, Bulb
Mirror Lock-Up
Yes
Exposure Metering
10 segment 3D Matrix Metering, Center- Weighted Metering and Spot Metering
Exposure Modes
P: Auto-Multi Program (Flexible program possible), S: Shutter-priority Auto A: Aperture-priority Auto, M: Manual, Exposure Compensation (+/- 3 EV in 1/2 steps), Auto Bracketing (2 or 3 shots in 1/2 EV steps)
White Balance Modes
Auto, fine, shade, incandescent, 3 mode flourescent, Custom
Scene Modes
No
Flash
Built-in Flash
Yes (Red-Eye Reduction, TTL flash control including 3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash, Slow Sync and Rear-Curtain Sync are possible)
Effective Flash Range
up to 28'
External Flash Connection
Hot-shoe (Safety lock provided)
PC Socket
External Flash Control
D-TTL auto flash
Maximum Flash Synchronization Speed
1/180 second
Performance
Start-Up Time
Not Specified
Shutter Lag
Not Specified
Time Between Shots
Less than 1 second
Burst Capability
2 frames per second, up to 7 frames
Self Timer
10 seconds
Interval Recording
No
Date & Time Stamp
Yes
Memory & Power
Built-in Memory
No
Compatible Memory Cards
xD-Picture Card (16MB to 512MB)
CompactFlash (type I & II)
MicroDrive
File Size
CCD-RAW Fine Normal Basic
4256 x 2848 pixels 25.0MB 4.7MB 2.2MB 1.0MB
3024 x 2016 pixels 12.6MB 2.3MB 1.1MB 0.5MB
2304 x 1536 pixels 7.3MB 1.4MB 0.7MB 0.3MB
1440 x 960 pixels 2.9MB 0.6MB 0.3MB 0.1MB
Battery Type
4x AA Batteries (Alkaline, NiMH)
Power Adapter
AC Power Adapter (included)
Input/Output
Computer Interface
USB 2.0 (for data storage)
IEEE1394 (FireWire)(for data storage and shooting control)
Direct Print Capable
Yes (PictBridge)
Remote Control
Standard mechanical cable release
PC shooting control when tethered via IEEE1394 (FireWire)
Video Output
Yes (NTSC & PAL)
System & Software Requirements
Windows 98SE*, 2000, ME*, XP
Macintosh OS 8.6 or Later*, OS X (10.1 or later)
* Does not support IEEE1394 (FireWire) Interface
Display
Viewfinder
Full Frame eye level viewfinder with Diopter Correction (-1.8/+.8, Additional diopters available
Viewfinder Info
Exposure Settings (shutter speed, aperture, exposure compensation, flash exposure compensation, Auto Bracketing, Bracketing bar graphs, Custom, Flexible Program)
Depth-of-Field Preview
Yes
LCD Display
2.0" Low-temperature polysilicon TFT LCD (235,000 pixels, wide-type LCD)
Information Display
DX indication, shutter speed, aperture, exposure compensation, flash exposure compensation, Auto Bracketing, Bracketing bar graphs, Custom, Flexible Program, flash sync mode, AF Area mode, focus area, battery power, frame counter
Language Options
English, Spanish, French
Playback Options
Single, Index (9 thumbnails), Magnification (2x to 10x), Slide Show or Movie
Physical
Dimensions
5.9" x 5.3" x 3.2" (148 x 136 x 80mm)
body only
Weight
29.5 oz. (835g)
body only
Packaging Info
Package Weight
5 lb

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