Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1
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Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-360mm (F2.8-4.3) lens
- 285g - 111 x 71 x 45mm
- Introduced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 260g - 124 x 68 x 26mm
- Released July 2009

Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Overview
The following is a complete assessment of the Canon SX120 IS versus Fujifilm Real 3D W1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX120 IS (10MP) and the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 (10MP) is very similar but the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and Fujifilm Real 3D W1 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

The SX120 IS was unveiled very close to the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SX120 IS grades vs the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS and Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX120 IS Gallery and Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX120 IS over the Fujifilm Real 3D W1
SX120 IS | Fujifilm Real 3D W1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Real 3D W1 over the Canon SX120 IS
Fujifilm Real 3D W1 | SX120 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX120 IS and Fujifilm Real 3D W1
SX120 IS | Fujifilm Real 3D W1 | |||
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Released | August 2009 | ![]() | July 2009 | Similar generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX120 IS provides outside dimensions of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) and the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 has measurements of 124mm x 68mm x 26mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") along with a weight of 260 grams (0.57 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX120 IS versus Fujifilm Real 3D W1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SX120 IS and the Fujifilm Real 3D W1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX120 IS and Fujifilm Real 3D W1 is 87 and 90 respectively.

Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading specs. The picture here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX120 IS and Fujifilm Real 3D W1.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras provide the same megapixel count but different sensor dimensions. The SX120 IS features the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult.

Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX120 IS | Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX120 IS | Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-08-19 | 2009-07-22 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | RP (Real Photo) 3D |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-360mm (10.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4.3 | f/3.7-4.2 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 8cm |
Focal length multiplier | 6.3 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.8 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 1/4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2500 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/500 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 285 gr (0.63 lbs) | 260 gr (0.57 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 71 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") | 124 x 68 x 26mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 2 x AA | NP-95 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $249 | $900 |