Canon SD980 IS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3
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Canon SD980 IS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 150g - 100 x 53 x 23mm
- Announced August 2009
- Also Known as Digital IXUS 200 IS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 230g - 124 x 66 x 28mm
- Launched August 2010
Canon SD980 IS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Overview
Here is a extended review of the Canon SD980 IS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SD980 IS (12MP) and the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SD980 IS was brought out 12 months before the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SD980 IS grades vs the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SD980 IS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD980 IS & Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SD980 IS Gallery & Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD980 IS over the Fujifilm Real 3D W3
SD980 IS | Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | |||
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Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Real 3D W3 over the Canon SD980 IS
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | SD980 IS | |||
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Launched | August 2010 | August 2009 | Fresher by 12 months | |
Screen sizing | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 1150k | 230k | Sharper screen (+920k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SD980 IS and Fujifilm Real 3D W3
SD980 IS | Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Canon SD980 IS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SD980 IS features outside measurements of 100mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 has measurements of 124mm x 66mm x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
See the Canon SD980 IS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the SD980 IS compared to the Fujifilm Real 3D W3.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD980 IS and Fujifilm Real 3D W3 is 95 and 90 respectively.
Canon SD980 IS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SD980 IS and Fujifilm Real 3D W3.
As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Canon SD980 IS to offer more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older SD980 IS is going to be behind in sensor technology.
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Canon SD980 IS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD980 IS | Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD980 IS | Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 |
Also called | Digital IXUS 200 IS | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-08-19 | 2010-08-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | 3D RP(Real Photo) HD |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.7-4.2 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 8cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 1,150 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 1/4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3000 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.50 m | 3.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 150g (0.33 pounds) | 230g (0.51 pounds) |
Dimensions | 100 x 53 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 124 x 66 x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NB-6L | NP-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | - | $900 |