Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Nikon L20
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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Nikon L20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 230g - 124 x 66 x 28mm
- Revealed August 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 135g - 97 x 61 x 29mm
- Announced February 2009

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Nikon L20 Overview
Following is a extended review of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 versus Nikon L20, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) and the L20 (10MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 was introduced 19 months after the L20 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 matches up versus the L20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Nikon L20 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 & Nikon Coolpix L20. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Gallery & Nikon L20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Real 3D W3 over the Nikon L20
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | L20 | |||
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Announced | August 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 19 months |
Display dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 1150k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+920k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon L20 over the Fujifilm Real 3D W3
L20 | Fujifilm Real 3D W3 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Nikon L20
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | L20 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Nikon L20 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 has got outer dimensions of 124mm x 66mm x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Nikon L20 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 versus Nikon L20 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 compared to the L20.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and L20 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Nikon L20 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by going through specs. The pic here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and L20.
All in all, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of files but you will want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The fresher Fujifilm Real 3D W3 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Nikon L20 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 | Nikon Coolpix L20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 | Nikon Coolpix L20 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-08-17 | 2009-02-03 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 3D RP(Real Photo) HD | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 38-136mm (3.6x) |
Max aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focus distance | 8cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.5" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,150 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/4s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.60 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230g (0.51 lbs) | 135g (0.30 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 66 x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 model | NP-50 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $900 | $120 |