Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Fujifilm Real 3D W1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by FujiFilm. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm HS30EXR (16MP) and Fujifilm Real 3D W1 (10MP) and the Fujifilm HS30EXR (1/2") and Fujifilm Real 3D W1 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm HS30EXR was brought out 2 years after the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm HS30EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm HS30EXR matches up against the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR & Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm HS30EXR Gallery & Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm HS30EXR has physical measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") and a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 has proportions of 124mm x 68mm x 26mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") and a weight of 260 grams (0.57 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Fujifilm Real 3D W1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm HS30EXR vs the Fujifilm Real 3D W1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Fujifilm Real 3D W1 is 59 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The image underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Fujifilm Real 3D W1.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm HS30EXR because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Fujifilm HS30EXR will deliver more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm HS30EXR is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.