Fujifilm JX550 vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3

Below is a complete analysis of the Fujifilm JX550 vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are sold by FujiFilm. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX550 was unveiled 17 months later than the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm JX550 scores vs the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 and Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery and Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm JX550 features physical measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) and 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).

Look at the Fujifilm JX550 vs Fujifilm Real 3D W3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 and the Fujifilm Real 3D W3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX550 and Fujifilm Real 3D W3 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out specifications. The photograph here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JX550 and Fujifilm Real 3D W3.

To sum up, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm JX550 to provide extra detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm JX550 should have an advantage in sensor technology.