FujiFilm JZ500 vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1

In this write-up, we are reviewing the FujiFilm JZ500 and Fujifilm Real 3D W1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by FujiFilm. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the JZ500 (14MP) and Fujifilm Real 3D W1 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was introduced 11 months after the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the JZ500 scores vs the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 & Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery & Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The FujiFilm JZ500 has outer dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 has specifications of 124mm x 68mm x 26mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 260 grams (0.57 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm JZ500 and Fujifilm Real 3D W1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the JZ500 vs the Fujifilm Real 3D W1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JZ500 and Fujifilm Real 3D W1 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specs. The picture here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the JZ500 and Fujifilm Real 3D W1.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the FujiFilm JZ500 to give greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively. The more recent JZ500 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.