Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3

Below is a in-depth review of the Canon SX40 HS and Fujifilm Real 3D W3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX40 HS (12MP) and the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SX40 HS was introduced 14 months later than the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SX40 HS matches up versus the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS and Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX40 HS Gallery and Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX40 HS enjoys external dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 has specifications of 124mm x 66mm x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX40 HS and Fujifilm Real 3D W3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the SX40 HS and the Fujifilm Real 3D W3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX40 HS and Fujifilm Real 3D W3 is 64 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to see the difference in sensor measurements just by looking through specs. The visual underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX40 HS and Fujifilm Real 3D W3.

All in all, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Canon SX40 HS to render extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more recent SX40 HS is going to have an edge in sensor tech.