Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Samsung NX5

In this write-up, we are comparing the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 versus Samsung NX5, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 (10MP) and NX5 (15MP) and the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 (1/2.3") and NX5 (APS-C) come with different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm Real 3D W1 was revealed 10 months prior to the NX5 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 matches up vs the NX5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1 & Samsung NX5. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Gallery & Samsung NX5 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm Real 3D W1 enjoys outer dimensions of 124mm x 68mm x 26mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") and a weight of 260 grams (0.57 lbs) while the Samsung NX5 has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 versus Samsung NX5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 against the NX5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and NX5 is 90 and 80 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and NX5.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm Real 3D W1 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Samsung NX5 will offer extra detail because of its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Real 3D W1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.