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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Nikon S30

Portability
90
Imaging
33
Features
21
Overall
28
Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S30 front
Portability
90
Imaging
32
Features
18
Overall
26

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Nikon S30 Key Specs

Fujifilm Real 3D W3
(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
  • Announced August 2010
Nikon S30
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 214g - 102 x 65 x 40mm
  • Launched February 2012
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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Nikon S30 Overview

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Nikon S30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) and the S30 (10MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (1/2.3") and S30 (1/3") use different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 was introduced 17 months prior to the S30 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 matches up versus the S30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Real 3D W3 over the Nikon S30

 Fujifilm Real 3D W3 S30 
Screen sizing3.5"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.8")
Screen resolution1150k230kClearer screen (+920k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon S30 over the Fujifilm Real 3D W3

 S30 Fujifilm Real 3D W3 
LaunchedFebruary 2012August 2010More recent by 17 months

Common features in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Nikon S30

 Fujifilm Real 3D W3 S30 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Nikon S30 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 features physical measurements 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 Nikon S30 has proportions of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Nikon S30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 versus the S30.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Nikon S30 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and S30 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Nikon S30 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Nikon S30 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over specifications. The graphic underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and S30.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 contains the bigger sensor which should make getting shallower depth of field simpler. The older Fujifilm Real 3D W3 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Nikon S30 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Nikon S30 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Nikon S30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm Real 3D W3
Portrait photography with Nikon S30
19
lack of manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
MP count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
24
supports face detection focus
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (10MP)
very small sensor (1/3")
lack of RAW support
Photography Glossary

Street Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 as a Street photography camera
Nikon S30 as a Street photography camera
45
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
heavier than competition in class (230g)
51
weather proof
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/3")
lack of RAW support
heavier than average in class (214 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Sports photography factors
Nikon S30 Sports photography factors
16
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,000s)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
28
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
weather proof
slow continuous shooting (1.5 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Travel photography details
Nikon S30 Travel photography details
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flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than competition in class (230g)
MP count low (10 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
52
weather proof
has built in flash
lack of Time Lapse recording
heavier than average in class (214 grams)
sensor resolution low (10MP)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
wide angle not great (29mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Landscape photography information
Nikon S30 Landscape photography information
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very good size screen (3.5")
lack of manual focus
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
does not have Time Lapse function
25
weather proof
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (29mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10MP)
very small sensor (1/3")
lack of RAW support
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Vlogging highlights
Nikon S30 Vlogging highlights
21
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external mic support
heavier than competition in class (230 grams)
23
supports face detection focus
wide angle not great (29mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external mic socket
heavier than average in class (214 grams)
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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Nikon S30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Nikon S30
 Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3Nikon Coolpix S30
General Information
Make FujiFilm Nikon
Model Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 Nikon Coolpix S30
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2010-08-17 2012-02-01
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip 3D RP(Real Photo) HD -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 4.8 x 3.6mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 17.3mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 10MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 3648 x 2736 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-105mm (3.0x) 29-87mm (3.0x)
Max aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus range 8cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 7.5
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3.5 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 1,150k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology - TFT-LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1/4 secs 30 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/1000 secs 1/8000 secs
Continuous shooting rate - 1.5 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.60 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync
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) 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Mic port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 230g (0.51 pounds) 214g (0.47 pounds)
Dimensions 124 x 66 x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") 102 x 65 x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 life - 240 photographs
Style of battery - AA
Battery model NP-50 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Pricing at launch $900 $119