Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro vs Nikon D7500

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro and Nikon D7500. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D7500 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 S1 Pro has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D7500 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 S1 Pro has a 3 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D7500 has 21 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Nikon D7500 has a 237 % larger resolution than Fujifilm FinePix S1 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

Nikon D7500 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro. Nikon D7500 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro has 320 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 FinePix S1 Pro
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D7500

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro can shoot up to 1,5 pictures per seconds and Nikon D7500 can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds.

Ability to record movies

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

It is only one of these two cameras that support recording movies and movie clips and that is Nikon D7500. Sadly, the Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro does not support this.

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 S1 Pro weighs 820 gr (equal to 1.81 lb) which is 28% heavier than Nikon D7500 and its 640 gr (or 1.41 lb).

Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro vs Nikon D7500 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro and Nikon D7500, 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 S1 Pro	Nikon D7500
Name	Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro	Nikon D7500
Manufacturer	Fujifilm	Nikon
Release Date and Price	Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro	Nikon D7500
Release Year	2000	2017
Release Date	2000-01-31	2017-04-12
MSRP	N/A	1299 USD
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Camera Type	Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro	Nikon D7500
Camera Type	DSLR	DSLR
Sensor	Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro	Nikon D7500
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	CMOS
Resolution	3040 x 2016 pixels	5568 x 3712 pixels
Megapixels	3 MP	21 MP
Image Processor		EXPEED 5
Image	Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro	Nikon D7500
ISO Range	320 - 1600	100 - 51200
White Balance Presets	7	12
Custom White Balance	Yes	Yes
Image Stabilization	No	Yes
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating	0 stops	0 stops
Uncompressed format	TIFF	RAW
Optics & Focus	Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro	Nikon D7500
Autofocus Motor	Yes	Yes
Autofocus	Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous	Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView
Focus Points	N/A	51
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 S1 Pro	Nikon D7500
Articulated LCD	N/A	Tilting
Screen size	2”	3,2”
Screen dots	200000	922000
Touch screen	No	Yes
Screen type	N/A	TFT LCD
Live view	No	Yes
Viewfinder Type	Optical (pentaprism)	Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder Coverage	90%	100%
Viewfinder Magnification		0.94× (0.63× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution	N/A	0
Photography features	Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro	Nikon D7500
Frames per second	1,5 fps	8 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed	30 seconds	30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/2000 seconds	1/8000 seconds
Built-in Flash	Yes	Yes
Built-in Flash Range	15 meters	12 meters
External Flash	Yes	Yes
Self-Timer	Yes	Yes
Time-lapse	Yes	Yes
Metering modes		Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot
Exposure Compensation	+/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps)	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
Videography features	Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro	Nikon D7500
Video recording	No	Yes
Video format	N/A	MPEG4 H.264
Video resolution	N/A	1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160
Built-in Microphone	No	Yes
Built-in Speakers	No	Yes
Storage	Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro	Nikon D7500
Memory Card	Compact Flash	SD/SDHC
Connectivity	Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro	Nikon D7500
HDMI Output	No	Yes
Microphone Port	No	Yes
Headphone Port	No	Yes
Wireless	No	Yes Built-in, Wi-Fi with low energy Bluetooth
Remote Control	Optional	Yes (Wired, wireless, smartphone)
GPS	No	Yes Optional with GP-1A
Body & Dimensions	Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro	Nikon D7500
Enviromentally sealed	No	Yes
Battery	AA	Battery Pack
Battery Details	AA (4) batteries (NiMH recommended) + 2 x CR123A lithium	EN-EL15a lithium-ion rechargeable battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA)	N/A	950 shots
Width	148 mm	136 mm
Height	125 mm	104 mm
Depth	80 mm	73 mm
Weight	820 gram	640 gram