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Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Nikon S8100

Portability
90
Imaging
32
Features
17
Overall
26
Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S8100 front
Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
36
Overall
35

Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Nikon S8100 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
  • Introduced July 2009
Nikon S8100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 160 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 30-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
  • 180g - 104 x 60 x 30mm
  • Introduced September 2010
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Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Nikon S8100 Overview

Following is a in depth analysis of the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Nikon S8100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 (10MP) and the S8100 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Real 3D W1 was revealed 13 months earlier than the S8100 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 grades versus the S8100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Real 3D W1 over the Nikon S8100

 Fujifilm Real 3D W1 S8100 

Reasons to pick Nikon S8100 over the Fujifilm Real 3D W1

 S8100 Fujifilm Real 3D W1 
IntroducedSeptember 2010July 2009More modern by 13 months
Screen size3"2.8"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution921k230kSharper screen (+691k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and Nikon S8100

 Fujifilm Real 3D W1 S8100 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch screen Neither provides Touch screen

Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Nikon S8100 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm Real 3D W1 provides outer dimensions of 124mm x 68mm x 26mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") along with a weight of 260 grams (0.57 lbs) whilst the Nikon S8100 has sizing of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 compared to the S8100.

Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Nikon S8100 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and S8100 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Nikon S8100 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Nikon S8100 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking technical specs. The image underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and S8100.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon S8100 to give greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Real 3D W1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Nikon S8100 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Nikon S8100 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Nikon S8100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Portrait photography features
Nikon S8100 Portrait photography features
19
no manual focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
26
supports face detect autofocus
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Street photography features
Nikon S8100 Street photography features
45
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
heavier than competition (260 grams)
56
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Sports photography features
Nikon S8100 Sports photography features
16
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,000 seconds)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
38
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
image stabilization (Optical)
supports tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm Real 3D W1
Travel photography with Nikon S8100
48
built-in flash
does not have Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition (260 grams)
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.7)
55
has built in flash
very long reach (300mm)
lack of Timelapse function
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (30mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm Real 3D W1
Landscape photography with Nikon S8100
26
screen size is good (2.8 inch)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.7)
no manual exposure
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
32
screen size is decent (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (30mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm Real 3D W1
Vlogging with Nikon S8100
21
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.7)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have external mic support
heavier than competition (260 grams)
30
image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect autofocus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
wide angle not the best (30mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of microphone socket
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Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Nikon S8100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and Nikon S8100
 Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1Nikon Coolpix S8100
General Information
Make FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1 Nikon Coolpix S8100
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2009-07-22 2010-09-08
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip RP (Real Photo) 3D Expeed C2
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 100 160
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 30-300mm (10.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/3.5-5.6
Macro focusing distance 8cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.8" 3"
Resolution of screen 230k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 1/4 secs 30 secs
Max shutter speed 1/1000 secs 1/8000 secs
Continuous shutter rate - 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.60 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 260g (0.57 lb) 180g (0.40 lb)
Physical dimensions 124 x 68 x 26mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") 104 x 60 x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 life - 220 images
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-95 EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (10 or 2 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC
Card slots 1 1
Price at release $900 $299