FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 437g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Announced January 2011
- Additionally Known as FinePix S2990
(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
- Released August 2010

FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both manufactured by FujiFilm. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the S2950 (14MP) and Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S2950 was manufactured 5 months later than the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S2950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S2950 scores vs the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 & Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery & Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Fujifilm Real 3D W3
S2950 | Fujifilm Real 3D W3 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Real 3D W3 over the FujiFilm S2950
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | S2950 | |||
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Screen size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 1150k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+920k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Fujifilm Real 3D W3
S2950 | Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | August 2010 | Similar age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S2950 features outside measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") and a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 has measurements of 124mm x 66mm x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
See the FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the S2950 and the Fujifilm Real 3D W3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S2950 and Fujifilm Real 3D W3 is 76 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The graphic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S2950 and Fujifilm Real 3D W3.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the FujiFilm S2950 to deliver more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 |
Also called | FinePix S2990 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2010-08-17 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | 3D RP(Real Photo) HD |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.7-4.2 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 8cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 1,150k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 1/4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.00 m | 3.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 437g (0.96 lb) | 230g (0.51 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 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 | 300 shots | - |
Battery style | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | NP-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $330 | $900 |