Canon A3100 IS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3
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Canon A3100 IS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F2.7-5.6) lens
- 165g - 97 x 58 x 28mm
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 230g - 124 x 66 x 28mm
- Revealed August 2010

Canon A3100 IS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Overview
The following is a in depth analysis of the Canon A3100 IS versus Fujifilm Real 3D W3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the A3100 IS (12MP) and the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The A3100 IS was introduced 7 months before the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the A3100 IS matches up versus the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A3100 IS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3100 IS and Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A3100 IS Gallery and Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3100 IS over the Fujifilm Real 3D W3
A3100 IS | Fujifilm Real 3D W3 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Real 3D W3 over the Canon A3100 IS
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | A3100 IS | |||
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Revealed | August 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 7 months |
Display sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Display resolution | 1150k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+920k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A3100 IS and Fujifilm Real 3D W3
A3100 IS | Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Canon A3100 IS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A3100 IS has got exterior dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 has measurements of 124mm x 66mm x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
See the Canon A3100 IS versus Fujifilm Real 3D W3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the A3100 IS vs the Fujifilm Real 3D W3.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the A3100 IS and Fujifilm Real 3D W3 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Canon A3100 IS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing a spec sheet. The pic here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the A3100 IS and Fujifilm Real 3D W3.
Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Canon A3100 IS to render extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged A3100 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon A3100 IS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A3100 IS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3100 IS | Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3100 IS | Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-01-05 | 2010-08-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | 3D RP(Real Photo) HD |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.7-5.6 | f/3.7-4.2 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 8cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3.5" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 1,150k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 1/4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 165 gr (0.36 pounds) | 230 gr (0.51 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 124 x 66 x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NB-8L | NP-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $159 | $900 |