Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Sony HX10V

On this page, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 versus Sony HX10V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 (10MP) and HX10V (18MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Real 3D W1 was launched 3 years earlier than the HX10V and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 scores against the HX10V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Real 3D W1 enjoys external dimensions of 124mm x 68mm x 26mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 260 grams (0.57 lbs) and the Sony HX10V has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

See the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 versus Sony HX10V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 compared to the HX10V.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and HX10V is 90 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing technical specs. The visual below may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and HX10V.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony HX10V to render greater detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Real 3D W1 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.