Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro vs Nikon D2Xs — Which Is Better?
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Fujifilm · DSLR · 6.1 MP · APS-C
Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro
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Nikon · DSLR · 12.2 MP · APS-C
Nikon D2Xs
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| General | ||
Read the General ComparisonGeneralThe Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro and the Nikon D2Xs are both 2006 APS-C DSLRs built around the Nikon F DX mount, so a lens kit from either body works on both. The D2Xs measures 158 x 150 x 86 mm and weighs 1200 g, while the S5 Pro is smaller at 147 x 113 x 74 mm and 920 g. The 30.4 percent weight gap favours the S5 Pro for a full day of carrying. | ||
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. |
2006 | 2006 |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. |
September 25, 2006 | June 1, 2006 |
| Camera type |  DSLR | DSLR |
| Camera size | 147 x 113 x 74 mm | 158 x 150 x 86 mm |
| Camera weight | 920 g | 1200 g |
| Optics | 43/100 | 43/100 |
Read the Optics ComparisonOpticsThe D2Xs is the stronger choice for heavy cropping and large prints, because its 12.2 megapixel sensor doubles the S5 Pro's 6.1 megapixel count. A wildlife photographer cropping into the frame has twice as many pixels to work with. It also shoots 8 frames per second against the S5 Pro's 5.5, which matters when a takeoff lasts a fraction of a second. The S5 Pro offers more native sensitivity headroom, reaching 3200 ISO while the D2Xs stops at 800 in its standard range. Both expand to 3200 ISO, so a dim reception or dusk landscape can be pushed there on either body. They also share 11 autofocus points, a 1/8000 second top shutter speed and pentaprism optical viewfinders. | ||
Megapixels ⓘThe higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture. |
6.1 MP050 | 12.2 MP050 |
Image resolution ⓘImage resolution is measured in pixels and megapixels, width by height. The higher the number, the higher its resolution. |
4256 x 2848 | 4288 x 2848 |
Sensor type ⓘThe camera sensor captures light and records the image. Sensors vary in physical size, the number of pixels, and quality. |
super CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size ⓘThe sensor size contributes to the overall quality as well as the dynamic and tonal range a camera can capture. As a rule of thumb, the more surface there is to read the light, the more information it will capture. |
16 x 23 | 16 x 24 |
Sensor format ⓘRefers to the most commonly used sensor sizes. |
 APS-C | APS-C |
Continuous shooting ⓘThe number of sequential frames per second the camera can write to the memory card when shooting in burst or continuous mode. |
5.5 fps045 | 8 fps045 |
Lens mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. |
Nikon F DX | Nikon F DX |
Image processor ⓘThe image processor in the camera converts the information collected on the sensor for digital storage on the memory card. |
Real Photo Processor Pro | Nikon Image processing engine |
Aspect ratio ⓘThe aspect ratio refers to the proportional difference between width and height. The most popular aspect ratios are 3:2 and 4:3. |
 3:2 | 3:2 |
Min ISO ⓘRefers to the lowest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Lower ISO are less sensitive to light but make a cleaner image. |
10030200 | 10030200 |
Max ISO ⓘRefers to the highest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Higher ISO is necessary for low-light situations or night photography, but higher ISOs often introduce grain or noise. |
32003003280000 | 8003003280000 |
Min ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
10030200 | 10030200 |
Max ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
32003003280000 | 32003003280000 |
Minimum shutter speed ⓘThe minimum shutter speed will tell you the longest exposure your camera can take without using an external accessory. |
3044080 | 3044080 |
Max shutter speed ⓘThe maximum shutter speed tells you the length inside 1 second the camera will capture. These can sometimes be extended with accessories such as extra external batteries. |
800080032000 | 800080032000 |
Autofocus points ⓘAutofocus points show where the camera is focusing graphically as squares or brackets in Live View or on an electronic viewfinder. These points are also used for light meter readings. |
110300 | 110300 |
In-body stabilisation ⓘIn-body Stabilization means the camera has a certain technology embedded that counteracts camera shake. |
✗ | ✗ |
Viewfinder type ⓘThe viewfinder type is either electronic or optical. Electronic viewfinders will have a small screen in the viewfinder. Optical viewfinders will use prisms and mirrors to look through the lens. |
Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder dots | N/A | N/A |
| Video | ||
Read the Video ComparisonVideoThe D2Xs handles interval work in-camera with a built-in timelapse function the S5 Pro lacks. A photographer documenting a construction site or a sunset over hours gets the sequence automated on the Nikon. Neither camera records video, so timelapse is the only motion capability between them. | ||
Video ⓘIndicates if this camera is capable of recording video. |
✗ | ✗ |
Max video resolution ⓘThe best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video. |
N/A | N/A |
Max video format ⓘVideo resolution measured by the greatest number of pixels possible in each frame, width by height. A higher resolution means more detail or clarity in your video. |
N/A | N/A |
Max video frame rate ⓘHow many frames per second your video will capture. Most cameras have options for multiple frame rates, depending on the resolution you shoot in. For a general video, 24p or 30p is the standard, but more serious filmmakers may need a higher frame rate for creative effect. |
N/A | N/A |
Timelapse built in ⓘA built in time-lapse mode will allow continuous shooting throughout a prolonged period of time to be compressed into a sped up video. |
No |  Yes |
Video file format ⓘDifferent cameras can record in various video file formats. The File format you record in can impact how you edit and use the files. |
N/A | N/A |
| Features | 17/100 | 17/100 |
Read the Features ComparisonFeaturesThe S5 Pro carries a built-in flash that the D2Xs omits, giving the Fujifilm instant fill light for a quick portrait in shade without packing a speedlight. Both cameras support external flash, so studio and dedicated flash work stays open on either body. Both cameras use 2.5 inch LCD screens, with the D2Xs showing a higher 235000 dot count against 230000 on the S5 Pro. Neither offers live view, touch control, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS or weather sealing. | ||
Builtin flash ⓘA built-in flash will often be positioned right above the lens. This will automatically pop up when you activate it. |
 Yes | No |
External flash ⓘExternal flashes are often connected through a hot shoe at the top of a camera, or a cable at the side of the camera. |
 Yes | Yes |
GPS ⓘGPS features in a camera will include location metadata to each of your photographs. |
✗ | ✗ |
Weather sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |
✗ | ✗ |
| Screen type | LCD | LCD |
Touch screen ⓘTouchscreen allows you to change camera settings and access menus with a swipe of your finger, instead of using buttons. |
✗ | ✗ |
| Screen size | 2.5" | 2.5" |
Screen dots ⓘScreen dots indicate the resolution of the LCD screen by including each sub pixel. |
2300001150001500000 | 2350001150001500000 |
Flip screen ⓘA flip screen (or articulating screen) is a second screen which can flip out from the side or top of the camera. This rotating screen allows you more freedom to take photos at different angles. |
✗ | ✗ |
Live view ⓘLive View feature allows you to see a continuous live video of what is being seen through your lens. |
✗ | ✗ |
Wi-Fi ⓘBuilt-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly. |
✗ | ✗ |
Bluetooth ⓘBluetooth capabilities allow you wireless control of your camera with other external devices. |
✗ | ✗ |
| Storage & battery | 51/100 | 51/100 |
Read the Storage & battery ComparisonStorage and BatteryBoth cameras record to a single Compact Flash Type I or II slot, so cards and readers transfer directly between them, and neither offers USB charging. The S5 Pro's NP-150 battery is rated at 2438 shots against 2000 for the D2Xs and its EN-EL4a, a 438 shot difference in the Fujifilm's favour. That longer rating suits a full wedding day, though the two batteries are not interchangeable. | ||
| Memory card | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
| Dual memory card slots | ✗ | ✗ |
| Battery type | NP-150 | EN-EL4a |
Battery life ⓘApproximately how long this cameras battery will last measured by how many photographs you will be able to take. |
2438 shots1505000 | 2000 shots1505000 |
| USB charging | ✗ | ✗ |
Read: Verdict
Verdict
The Nikon D2Xs is the better pick for action and detail-heavy work. Its 12.2 megapixels support aggressive cropping, its 8 frames per second suits sports and wildlife bursts, and its built-in timelapse covers interval projects. A photographer tracking a soccer match gets more from the Nikon.
The Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro earns the nod for lightweight travel and long days, with a smaller 920 g body, a built-in flash for unplanned fill light and a 2438 shot battery rating. The shared Nikon F DX mount and Compact Flash cards mean lenses and cards move between bodies. Choose the D2Xs for speed and detail, the S5 Pro for portability and endurance.