Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Panasonic S1
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Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Panasonic S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 260g - 124 x 68 x 26mm
- Released July 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Released January 2011

Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Panasonic S1 Overview
Let's look closer at the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and Panasonic S1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 (10MP) and the S1 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Real 3D W1 was announced 17 months prior to the S1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 grades against the S1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Panasonic S1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Gallery & Panasonic S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Real 3D W1 over the Panasonic S1
Fujifilm Real 3D W1 | S1 | |||
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Screen dimension | 2.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.1") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Fujifilm Real 3D W1
S1 | Fujifilm Real 3D W1 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | July 2009 | Newer by 17 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and Panasonic S1
Fujifilm Real 3D W1 | S1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm Real 3D W1 offers external 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 Panasonic S1 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and Panasonic S1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 against the S1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and S1 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at technical specs. The pic here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and S1.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic S1 to give extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Real 3D W1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Panasonic S1 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-07-22 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | RP (Real Photo) 3D | Venus Engine IV |
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 | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 8cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.8 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/4s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/1600s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.60 m | 3.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 260 grams (0.57 pounds) | 117 grams (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 124 x 68 x 26mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 shots |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-95 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $900 | $269 |