Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Nikon S9700
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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Nikon S9700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 230g - 124 x 66 x 28mm
- Released August 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.7-6.4) lens
- 232g - 110 x 64 x 35mm
- Launched February 2014
- Previous Model is Nikon S9500
- Replacement is Nikon S9900

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Nikon S9700 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Nikon S9700, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) and S9700 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 was revealed 4 years prior to the S9700 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 grades vs the S9700 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Nikon S9700 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 and Nikon Coolpix S9700. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Gallery and Nikon S9700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Real 3D W3 over the Nikon S9700
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | S9700 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 1150k | ![]() | 921k | Crisper screen (+229k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S9700 over the Fujifilm Real 3D W3
S9700 | Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | ![]() | August 2010 | Newer by 42 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Nikon S9700
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | S9700 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Nikon S9700 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 offers outer dimensions of 124mm x 66mm x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Nikon S9700 has dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Nikon S9700 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 against the S9700.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and S9700 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Nikon S9700 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specs. The image here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and S9700.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S9700 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Real 3D W3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Nikon S9700 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 | Nikon Coolpix S9700 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 | Nikon Coolpix S9700 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-08-17 | 2014-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 3D RP(Real Photo) HD | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 25-750mm (30.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.7-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | 8cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.5" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,150 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/4 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.60 m | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30/25p, 60/50i) 1280 x 720 (60/50/30/25/15/12.5p) 960 x 540 (30/25p) 640 x 480 (120/30/25p) 320 x 240 (240p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 230g (0.51 pounds) | 232g (0.51 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 66 x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 110 x 64 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-50 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $900 | $350 |