Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro vs Nikon D60

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro and Nikon D60. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D60 is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.

Type of camera

Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D60 has a "Nikon DX"-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 FinePix IS Pro has a 6 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D60 has 10,2 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro has a 21 % larger resolution than Nikon D60. 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

Both of these cameras offer the exact same ISO range. They both have 100 to 3200.

Autofocus and lens compatibility

There is a big difference between these two cameras. Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D60 does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D60 there is a need for having an autofocus motor inside the lens. We really encourage you to look closely at our lens compatibility charts at the links below.

Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D60

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds and Nikon D60 can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds.

Ability to record movies

It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.

Though, neither Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro or Nikon D60 can shoot movies so if that is a functionality that you are really looking for you should look elsewhere.

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 76% heavier than Nikon D60 and its 522 gr (or 1.15 lb).

Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro vs Nikon D60 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro and Nikon D60, 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 FinePix IS Pro	Nikon D60
Name	Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro	Nikon D60
Manufacturer	Fujifilm	Nikon
Release Date and Price	Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro	Nikon D60
Release Year	2007	2008
Release Date	2007-07-13	2008-01-29
MSRP	N/A	649 USD
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Camera Type	Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro	Nikon D60
Camera Type	DSLR	DSLR
Sensor	Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro	Nikon D60
Sensor Size	APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)	APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX"
Sensor Type	CCD	CCD
Resolution	4256 x 2848 pixels	3872 x 2592 pixels
Megapixels	6 MP	10,2 MP
Image Processor		Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration)
Image	Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro	Nikon D60
ISO Range	100 - 3200	100 - 3200
White Balance Presets	7	12
Custom White Balance	Yes	Yes
Image Stabilization	No	No
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating	0 stops	0 stops
Uncompressed format	RAW	RAW
Optics & Focus	Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro	Nikon D60
Autofocus Motor	Yes	No
Autofocus	Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous	Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous
Focus Points	N/A	3
Lens Mount	Nikon F 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	DX / APS-C (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 FinePix IS Pro	Nikon D60
Articulated LCD	N/A	No
Screen size	2.5”	2.5”
Screen dots	230000	230000
Touch screen	No	No
Screen type	N/A	N/A
Live view	No	No
Viewfinder Type	Optical (pentaprism)	Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder Coverage	95%	95%
Viewfinder Magnification	0.94× (0.63× 35mm equiv.)	0.8× (0.53× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution	N/A	N/A
Photography features	Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro	Nikon D60
Frames per second	3 fps	3 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed	30 seconds	30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/8000 seconds	1/4000 seconds
Built-in Flash	Yes	Yes
Built-in Flash Range	12 meters	12 meters
External Flash	Yes	Yes
Self-Timer	Yes	Yes
Time-lapse	No	No
Metering modes		Multi Center Weighted Spot
Exposure Compensation	+/- 5 (at 1/2 EV, 1/3 EV steps)	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
Videography features	Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro	Nikon D60
Video recording	No	No
Video format	N/A	N/A
Video resolution	N/A	N/A
Built-in Microphone	No	No
Built-in Speakers	No	No
Storage	Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro	Nikon D60
Memory Card	Compact Flash	SD/SDHC
Connectivity	Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro	Nikon D60
HDMI Output	No	No
Microphone Port	No	No
Headphone Port	No	No
Wireless	No	No
Remote Control	Yes (Optional)	Yes (Optional (ML-L3))
GPS	No	No
Body & Dimensions	Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro	Nikon D60
Enviromentally sealed	No	No
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	Lithium-Ion Battery
Battery Life (CIPA)	N/A	500 shots
Width	147 mm	126 mm
Height	113 mm	94 mm
Depth	74 mm	64 mm
Weight	920 gram	522 gram