Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Panasonic LX7

Below, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 versus Panasonic LX7, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 (10MP) and the LX7 (10MP) is pretty similar but the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 (1/2.3") and LX7 (1/1.7") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm Real 3D W1 was brought out 4 years before the LX7 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 grades vs the LX7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Gallery and Panasonic LX7 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Real 3D W1 has got exterior dimensions of 124mm x 68mm x 26mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") having a weight of 260 grams (0.57 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX7 has dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 versus Panasonic LX7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 against the LX7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and LX7 is 90 and 86 respectively.

Often, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by reviewing specs. The picture here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and LX7.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have got the exact same MP albeit not the same sensor sizes. The Fujifilm Real 3D W1 provides the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallow DOF trickier. The more aged Fujifilm Real 3D W1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.