Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Fujifilm X30

Below, we are reviewing the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Fujifilm X30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are manufactured by FujiFilm. The resolution of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) and the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) is fairly similar but the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X30 (2/3") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 was introduced 5 years earlier than the Fujifilm X30 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 scores against the Fujifilm X30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 and Fujifilm X30. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Gallery and Fujifilm X30 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 comes with outer dimensions of 124mm x 66mm x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Fujifilm X30 has specifications of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Fujifilm X30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 compared to the Fujifilm X30.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Fujifilm X30 is 90 and 80 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to see the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Fujifilm X30.

Clearly, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Fujifilm X30 will offer greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Real 3D W3 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.