Canon SX280 HS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3
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Canon SX280 HS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 233g - 106 x 63 x 33mm
- Launched March 2013
- Older Model is Canon SX270 HS
(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
- Announced August 2010
Photography Glossary Canon SX280 HS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Canon SX280 HS and Fujifilm Real 3D W3, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) is relatively well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe SX280 HS was announced 2 years after the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SX280 HS scores against the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS & Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX280 HS Gallery & Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX280 HS over the Fujifilm Real 3D W3
| SX280 HS | Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | March 2013 | August 2010 | Newer by 32 months | |
| Manually focus | Very exact focus |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Real 3D W3 over the Canon SX280 HS
| Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | SX280 HS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimension | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
| Screen resolution | 1150k | 461k | Clearer screen (+689k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX280 HS and Fujifilm Real 3D W3
| SX280 HS | Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX280 HS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX280 HS offers outside measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 has sizing of 124mm x 66mm x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX280 HS and Fujifilm Real 3D W3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the SX280 HS compared to the Fujifilm Real 3D W3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX280 HS and Fujifilm Real 3D W3 is 91 and 90 respectively.
Canon SX280 HS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX280 HS and Fujifilm Real 3D W3.
Clearly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Canon SX280 HS to resolve more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The younger SX280 HS will have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Canon SX280 HS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SX280 HS | Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot SX280 HS | Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2013-03-21 | 2010-08-17 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Digic 6 | 3D RP(Real Photo) HD |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 12MP | 10MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/3.7-4.2 |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 8cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dots | 1,150 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 1/4 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.60 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 233g (0.51 pounds) | 230g (0.51 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 106 x 63 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 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 life | 210 photographs | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | NB-6L | NP-50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch cost | $325 | $900 |