Fujifilm Announces S3 Pro
ouyno siekoj
few heads. The S3 Pro has a 12 megapixel SuperCCD IV which produces a
huge 24 megapixel image (yes, twenty four).
Fujifilm UK press release:
The FinePix S3 Pro: an exceptional combination of high-resolution
images and cutting-edge features for the professional photographer
New professional digital SLR sets new standards for price and
performance; 4th Generation Super CCD with 12 million effective pixels
delivers a massive 24 million pixel image.
Fujifilm today announced the FinePix S3 Pro digital camera, the widely
anticipated successor to the acclaimed FinePix S2 Pro. The new digital
SLR builds upon its predecessor's reputation for outstanding picture
colour and detail while giving professional photographers even greater
control over the taking, editing, storing and transferring of
high-resolution images, both in the studio and on location.
The FinePix S3 Pro boasts the 4th generation of Fujifilm's Super CCD
sensor. The sensor, which has 12 million effective pixels is capable
of producing 24 million (6384 x 3760) recorded pixels for pictures
with stunning colour and detail that are designed to please even the
most demanding professional photographer.
The FinePix S3 Pro also features a CCD Raw mode, which delivers the
image before it has been processed by the camera's internal
algorithmic settings, thereby liberating professional photographers to
experiment with their photographs as they see fit.
New features at a glance
New 4th Generation Super CCD sensor and advanced LSI algorithm (12
million effective pixels) producing an astounding 24 million recorded
pixels (6384 x 3760)
Compatible with all AF-D type, AF-G type and AF-S type Nikkor lenses
New, hard-wearing body design
High ISO values (100-3200)
72 MB uncompressed file, 144 MB CCD-Raw file (16 bit TIFF-RGB)
High speed shooting at up to 6 frames per second
Dynamic AF, Dynamic AF with closest-subject-priority, Single Area AF
and Focus Tracking
Dual IEEE1394 FireWire and USB interface for image transfer and
computer-controlled shooting
Dual media slots for SmartMedia and Compactflash type II (IBM
Microdrive compatible)
NTFS File System support
Cross-ranged, five area Autofocus System
3D Matrix*, Centre-Weighted and Spot Metering
3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill Flash
Flexible Program mode
24 Custom settings
Flash Synch socket (X-type)
Audio recording with voice caption mode
* With D-type lenses
The FinePix S3 Pro features a host of cutting edge camera functions
and has a Nikon F mount that is fully compatible with all Nikkor AF-D
lenses, including the latest AF-S type professional optics. Inside the
changes are equally fundamental, with a fourth generation Super CCD
sensor with 12 million effective pixels providing an class-leading 24
million pixel output.
4th Generation Super CCD and advanced LSI for stunning image quality
At the heart of the FinePix S3 Pro lies the 4th Generation Super CCD
sensor. Already renowned for its class-leading colour reproduction,
high sensitivity and low noise, the latest incarnation of Fujifilm's
unique technology offers significant improvements in sensitivity (up
to 3200 ISO) and even lower levels of noise.
The higher sensitivity of the new Super CCD system brings with it
several significant benefits, especially in challenging lighting
situations. Users can now choose to shoot hand-held photographs
without flash in situations that would be impossible with other
digital cameras, even by candlelight. Professional photographers using
the FinePix S3 Pro will find the added versatility of noise-free
shooting at such high ISO sensitivities invaluable. Fujifilm has
managed to overcome the most serious problem associated with higher
sensitivity - that increasing sensitivity generally amplifies unwanted
noise in the image. The 4th generation Super CCD system resolves this
problem through the use of Fujifilm's new Noise Reduction Technology,
which utilises a new LSI to process both the luminescence and chroma
information from captured images before removing the noise element.
As a result, the 4th generation Super CCD system offers high
sensitivity shooting while maintaining outstanding picture quality.
Fujifilm has also newly developed a Pixel Data Coupling Technology
that is applied by the new LSI to realise the higher sensitivities.
From light location work to high-speed sports and action photography
the ability to shoot at up to 3200 ISO without the worry of noise
causing significant degradation to the image will have profound
benefits for all professionals.
In addition, a new auto white balance algorithm guarantees perfect
colour by incorporating focus distance information into the
calculation, whilst a new digital signal processing system improves
sharpness without any increasing noise.
The 4th generation Super CCD is not just a new CCD, but reflects a
comprehensive improvement in overall image quality through
consideration of the complete system, including the CCD and the new
LSI featuring an advanced image-processing algorithm.
Super CCD's proven ability to capture a wide dynamic range with rich,
accurate colours in any shooting situation together with the
technological improvements in its latest incarnation mean the FinePix
S3 Pro is a uniquely powerful solution for the working photographer
demanding the ultimate in quality and versatility.
The camera has a shutter speed of 30 to 1/8000 second and continuous
shooting of approximately 6 frames per second for up to twenty four
frames. Its adjustable ISO equivalents of
100/160/200/400/800/1600/3200 allow for picture taking under a wide
range of challenging lighting conditions. For further flexibility, the
S3 Pro has a variety of high-end photographic controls, including four
shooting modes (single frame, continuous, preview and multiple
exposure), four exposure modes (multi-programmed AE, shutter-priority
AE, aperture-priority AE and manual exposure control. In addition,
there are nine modes for white balance (auto, fine, shade,
incandescent light, two custom settings and three for fluorescent
light).
The FinePix S3 Pro can record images at four resolutions (6384 x 3760,
4,256 x 2,848, 3,024 x 2,016, and 2,304 x 1,536 pixels) and in three
file formats (TIFF-RGB, CCD-Raw and JPEG). There are two compression
modes (fine and normal) within the JPEG file format, and captured
images can be viewed on the camera's 1.8-inch low-temperature
polysilicon TFT monitor with 100% frame coverage.
In addition, the FinePix S3 Pro offers the advantage of a dual-storage
media option: SmartMedia™ and CompactFlash™ Type II. The CompactFlash
slot is compatible with IBM's Microdrive™. It also incorporates a fast
dual PC interface, allowing for increased workflow with the speedy
transfer of very large image files from the camera to a PC via IEEE
1394 (FireWire) or USB 1.1 interface.
Despite the high specification and resolution the FinePix S3 Pro still
offers superb value for money. High end features such as FireWire
(IEEE1394) connectivity, IBM Microdrive compatibility, NTFS support,
CCD-RAW and TIFF modes mean the FinePix S3 Pro offers similar levels
of specification to competitive models costing thousands of pounds
more. Add to this the stunning high resolution, low noise and
class-leading colour reproduction produced by the Super CCD sensor and
you have a very compelling professional camera.
"The FinePix S3 Pro represents an exciting opportunity for
professional and enthusiast photographers wanting a high
specification, high-resolution digital SLR that won't break the bank,"
comments Michelle da Gama, Fujifilm's UK Digital Imaging Marketing
Manager. "Fujifilm has once again managed to set the pace for high end
digital cameras with a product that redefines the price/performance
equation and offers truly outstanding output quality."
Availability and Pricing
The FinePix S3 Pro is expected to be available from January with an
estimated body price of under £4,000 including VAT.
Howard McCollister
"ouyno siekoj" <ek...@tsujsi.ti> wrote in message
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> Fujifilm has today announced a camera which will no doubt turn quite a
> few heads. The S3 Pro has a 12 megapixel SuperCCD IV which produces a
> huge 24 megapixel image (yes, twenty four).
>
> Fujifilm UK press release:
>
Funny there's nothing about this on Fujifilm UK's web site...
HMc
Ronald Hands
> "ouyno siekoj" <ek...@tsujsi.ti> wrote in message
> news:3fc7f226...@news1.sympatico.ca...
>
>>Fujifilm has today announced a camera which will no doubt turn quite a
>>few heads. The S3 Pro has a 12 megapixel SuperCCD IV which produces a
>>huge 24 megapixel image (yes, twenty four).
>
> Funny there's nothing about this on Fujifilm UK's web site...
Try reading the original poster's name backwards . . .
-- Ron
Howard McCollister
"ouyno siekoj" <ek...@tsujsi.ti> wrote in message
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> few heads. The S3 Pro has a 12 megapixel SuperCCD IV which produces a
> huge 24 megapixel image (yes, twenty four).
>
> Fujifilm UK press release:
>
Ah, I get it...you've just taken the press announcement for the S2 Pro from
a couple of years ago and substituted "S3" for "S2" and a few other little
changes.
An attempted scam of only a little imagination. Fairly nice try, though...
HMc
Darrell Larose
the S3 Pro at the Feb 10~11, 2004 DIMA Show or the Feb 12~15, 2004 PMA show
in Los Vegas.
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Gary Eickmeier
Howard McCollister wrote:
> Ah, I get it...you've just taken the press announcement for the S2 Pro from
> a couple of years ago and substituted "S3" for "S2" and a few other little
> changes.
>
> An attempted scam of only a little imagination. Fairly nice try, though...
But it's not funny at all - I don't see the point of this post, except
to just see if we would believe it. But so what? It isn't even that big
a stretch.
Gary Eickmeier
Darrell Larose
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PlaneGuy
Or from the email address: ek...@tsujsi.ti = it.isjust@joke = it is just a
joke.
Have to say though, it does read lie a pretty hood press release though.
PlaneGuy
K2
>Fujifilm has today announced a camera which will no doubt turn quite a
>few heads. The S3 Pro has a 12 megapixel SuperCCD IV which produces a
>huge 24 megapixel image (yes, twenty four).
This must be a play on Fuji's tendency to overrate pixel capability.
Well done farce, though!
K2
Bernhard Ess
> but from what I hear
Well I have been reading postings about an "S3" of "reliable sources",
"reputable dealers/ retailers", "Fuji reps" since months, and none of those
nice little - made up - stories has proven any truth yet.
>Fuji may
> introduce the S3 Pro at the Feb 10~11, 2004 DIMA Show or the Feb
> 12~15, 2004 PMA show in Los Vegas.
I doesn't require much phantasy to imagine that with Canons and Nikon's new
models, Fuji will have to announce something new early next year (with the
S2 approaching the end of its second year on the market, as does the Canon
1D right now) and that there are chances that the next DSLR will be called
"S3" - big deal - but what this is not really overwhelming, as the true
specs are still completely unknown.
Bernie
Mike
"ouyno siekoj" <ek...@tsujsi.ti> wrote in message
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> few heads. The S3 Pro has a 12 megapixel SuperCCD IV which produces a
> huge 24 megapixel image (yes, twenty four).
>
> Fujifilm UK press release:
>
competition with the Canon D10 and will try and undercut that. If the S2 had
been in the same body as the D100 Fuji would have outsold Nikon and Canon.
As it is if you want to put a battery back on the S2 is a bit to big for
comfort. Spoilt by the lack of a halfpennys worth of tar.
MikeS
Howard McCollister
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I guess perception varies. The S2 Pro already exceeds the 10D in
performance. The S3 Pro ought to blow it out of the water. I don't think
they will try to compete on price, since the only reason to undercut the 10D
would be to try to pull Canon users over to the F-mount camp. I think it's
highly unlikely they would even try to cut the price that much.
As to form factor, I looked hard at the D100 vs the S2 Pro, and found the
handling of the S2 Pro superior. Perception varies...
HMc
David Dyer-Bennet
> "ouyno siekoj" <ek...@tsujsi.ti> wrote in message
> news:3fc7f226...@news1.sympatico.ca...
> > Fujifilm has today announced a camera which will no doubt turn quite a
> > few heads. The S3 Pro has a 12 megapixel SuperCCD IV which produces a
> > huge 24 megapixel image (yes, twenty four).
> >
> > Fujifilm UK press release:
> >
> Good try, but I have a feeling the S3 when it comes out will be in
> competition with the Canon D10 and will try and undercut that. If the S2 had
> been in the same body as the D100 Fuji would have outsold Nikon and Canon.
Um, the S2 *is* in the same body as the D100; they're both based on
the N80.
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