Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Olympus SZ-30MR
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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Olympus SZ-30MR 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
- Announced August 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 106 x 69 x 40mm
- Released March 2011

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Olympus SZ-30MR Overview
Below is a in depth comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Olympus SZ-30MR, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) and SZ-30MR (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 was manufactured 6 months prior to the SZ-30MR and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 grades versus the SZ-30MR with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 and Olympus SZ-30MR. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Gallery and Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Real 3D W3 over the Olympus SZ-30MR
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | SZ-30MR | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 1150k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-30MR over the Fujifilm Real 3D W3
SZ-30MR | Fujifilm Real 3D W3 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Olympus SZ-30MR
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | SZ-30MR | |||
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Released | August 2010 | ![]() | March 2011 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Olympus SZ-30MR Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 has external 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 Olympus SZ-30MR has dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Olympus SZ-30MR in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and the SZ-30MR.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and SZ-30MR is 90 and 89 respectively.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Olympus SZ-30MR Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by checking out technical specs. The visual below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and SZ-30MR.
As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus SZ-30MR to provide extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Olympus SZ-30MR Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Olympus SZ-30MR Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 | Olympus SZ-30MR | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 | Olympus SZ-30MR |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-08-17 | 2011-03-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 3D RP(Real Photo) HD | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 8cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,150 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/4s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/1700s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.60 m | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps)1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 230g (0.51 lb) | 226g (0.50 lb) |
Dimensions | 124 x 66 x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 220 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-50 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $900 | $279 |