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Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Nikon L21

Portability
90
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26
Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1 front
 
Nikon Coolpix L21 front
Portability
93
Imaging
31
Features
11
Overall
23

Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Nikon L21 Key Specs

Fujifilm Real 3D W1
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
  • 260g - 124 x 68 x 26mm
  • Released July 2009
Nikon L21
(Full Review)
  • 8MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
  • 169g - 92 x 67 x 28mm
  • Launched February 2010
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Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Nikon L21 Overview

The following is a extended assessment of the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Nikon L21, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 (10MP) and L21 (8MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm Real 3D W1 was launched 6 months earlier than the L21 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief view of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 matches up vs the L21 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Real 3D W1 over the Nikon L21

 Fujifilm Real 3D W1 L21 
Screen dimension2.8"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Nikon L21 over the Fujifilm Real 3D W1

 L21 Fujifilm Real 3D W1 

Common features in the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and Nikon L21

 Fujifilm Real 3D W1 L21 
LaunchedJuly 2009February 2010Similar generation
Manual focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Nikon L21 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm Real 3D W1 enjoys outside dimensions of 124mm x 68mm x 26mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") with a weight of 260 grams (0.57 lbs) and the Nikon L21 has measurements of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Nikon L21 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and the L21.

Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Nikon L21 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and L21 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Nikon L21 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Nikon L21 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specifications. The pic here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and L21.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 to give greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively.

Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Nikon L21 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Nikon L21 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Nikon L21 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Portrait photography features
Nikon L21 Portrait photography features
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no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (10MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
18
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
no external flash support
megapixel count low (8MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Street photography highlights
Nikon L21 Street photography highlights
45
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
more heavy than competition in class (260g)
46
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Sports photography features
Nikon L21 Sports photography features
16
max shutter speed is low (1/1,000s)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
15
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (8MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W1 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon L21 as a Travel photography camera
48
built-in flash
lack of Timelapse recording
more heavy than competition in class (260g)
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
50
has built in flash
doesn't have Timelapse function
megapixel count low (8MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (38mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm Real 3D W1
Landscape photography with Nikon L21
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screen size is good (2.8 inch)
no manual focus
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
lack of Timelapse recording
21
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (38mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
small screen (2.5 inches)
no manual exposure
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (8 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W1 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon L21 as a Vlogging camera
21
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of microphone jack
more heavy than competition in class (260 grams)
21
wide angle not fantastic (38mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
doesn't have microphone support
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Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Nikon L21 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and Nikon L21
 Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1Nikon Coolpix L21
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1 Nikon Coolpix L21
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2009-07-22 2010-02-03
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip RP (Real Photo) 3D Expeed C2
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 8 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 3648 x 2736 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Minimum native ISO 100 64
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 38-136mm (3.6x)
Max aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/3.1-6.7
Macro focusing distance 8cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.8 inch 2.5 inch
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 1/4 secs 8 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/1000 secs 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.60 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video file 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 260 gr (0.57 pounds) 169 gr (0.37 pounds)
Dimensions 124 x 68 x 26mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") 92 x 67 x 28mm (3.6" 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 ID NP-95 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Price at launch $900 $180