Canon SX30 IS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3

Here is a extensive analysis of the Canon SX30 IS and Fujifilm Real 3D W3, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the SX30 IS (14MP) and Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX30 IS was introduced very close to the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX30 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SX30 IS grades vs the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX30 IS has got external dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") having a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 has proportions of 124mm x 66mm x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the SX30 IS compared to the Fujifilm Real 3D W3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX30 IS and Fujifilm Real 3D W3 is 64 and 90 respectively.

Often, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX30 IS and Fujifilm Real 3D W3.

Clearly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Canon SX30 IS to result in greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.