Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Fujifilm SL240

In this article, we are matching up the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and Fujifilm SL240, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are offered by FujiFilm. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 (10MP) and Fujifilm SL240 (14MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Real 3D W1 was announced 3 years before the Fujifilm SL240 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm SL240 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 matches up versus the Fujifilm SL240 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1 & Fujifilm FinePix SL240. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Gallery & Fujifilm SL240 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Real 3D W1 features external measurements of 124mm x 68mm x 26mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") and a weight of 260 grams (0.57 lbs) while the Fujifilm SL240 has proportions of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") and a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and Fujifilm SL240 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 compared to the Fujifilm SL240.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and Fujifilm SL240 is 90 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements only by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and Fujifilm SL240.

As you can see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Fujifilm SL240 to provide extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Real 3D W1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.