Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Nikon S5100

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and Nikon S5100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 (10MP) and the S5100 (12MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Real 3D W1 was manufactured 13 months before the S5100 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 matches up vs the S5100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1 and Nikon Coolpix S5100. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Gallery and Nikon S5100 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm Real 3D W1 features external measurements of 124mm x 68mm x 26mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") having a weight of 260 grams (0.57 lbs) while the Nikon S5100 has sizing of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and Nikon S5100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and the S5100.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and S5100 is 90 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The photograph below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and S5100.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S5100 to deliver extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Real 3D W1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.