Fujifilm Real 3D W1 vs Sony HX5

Here is a extensive analysis of the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and Sony HX5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 (10MP) and the HX5 (10MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 (1/2.3") and HX5 (1/2.4") enjoy different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm Real 3D W1 was released 10 months prior to the HX5 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 scores against the HX5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Gallery & Sony HX5 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider 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") having a weight of 260 grams (0.57 lbs) while the Sony HX5 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and Sony HX5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and the HX5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and HX5 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The photograph below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and HX5.

All in all, both the cameras posses the exact same megapixel count but different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm Real 3D W1 offers the larger sensor which will make achieving bokeh less difficult. The older Fujifilm Real 3D W1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.