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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Olympus TG-3

Portability
90
Imaging
33
Features
21
Overall
28
Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 front
 
Olympus Tough TG-3 front
Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
46
Overall
42

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Olympus TG-3 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
Olympus TG-3
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
  • 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
  • Revealed March 2014
  • Refreshed by Olympus TG-4
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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Olympus TG-3 Overview

In this article, we are reviewing the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Olympus TG-3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) and TG-3 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 was revealed 4 years before the TG-3 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 matches up vs the TG-3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Real 3D W3 over the Olympus TG-3

 Fujifilm Real 3D W3 TG-3 
Display sizing3.5"3"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution1150k460kClearer display (+690k dot)

Reasons to pick Olympus TG-3 over the Fujifilm Real 3D W3

 TG-3 Fujifilm Real 3D W3 
RevealedMarch 2014August 2010More modern by 44 months

Common features in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Olympus TG-3

 Fujifilm Real 3D W3 TG-3 
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch display Neither includes Touch display

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Olympus TG-3 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 features external 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) whilst the Olympus TG-3 has specifications of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Olympus TG-3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 against the TG-3.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Olympus TG-3 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and TG-3 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Olympus TG-3 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Olympus TG-3 Sensor Comparison

Normally, its difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out technical specs. The image below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and TG-3.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus TG-3 to show extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Real 3D W3 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Olympus TG-3 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Olympus TG-3 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Olympus TG-3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Portrait photography highlights
Olympus TG-3 Portrait photography highlights
19
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
low MP (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
37
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
supports face detect autofocus
lack of manual focus
no external flash support
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 as a Street photography camera
Olympus TG-3 as a Street photography camera
45
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
heavier than competition (230g)
59
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
no moving screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
more heavy than competition in class (247 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 as a Sports photography camera
Olympus TG-3 as a Sports photography camera
16
low max shutter speed (1/1,000 seconds)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
low MP (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
47
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (16MP)
supports tracking focus
environment proof
good battery life (330 CIPA)
slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm Real 3D W3
Travel photography with Olympus TG-3
48
built-in flash
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than competition (230 grams)
low MP (10 megapixels)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
74
good battery life (330 shots)
environment proof
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
quite wide (25mm)
good maximum aperture (f2.0)
more heavy than competition in class (247g)
does not feature selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Landscape photography factors
Olympus TG-3 Landscape photography factors
26
screen larger than average (3.5")
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
low MP (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
does not have Time Lapse function
56
quite wide (25mm)
good maximum aperture (f2.0)
screen is a good size (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (16MP)
environment proof
good battery life (330 shots)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Vlogging information
Olympus TG-3 Vlogging information
21
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic jack
heavier than competition (230 grams)
34
quite wide (25mm)
good maximum aperture (f2.0)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports face detect autofocus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
does not feature selfie friendly display
does not have microphone jack
more heavy than competition in class (247 grams)
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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Olympus TG-3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Olympus TG-3
 Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3Olympus Tough TG-3
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Olympus
Model type Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 Olympus Tough TG-3
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Announced 2010-08-17 2014-03-31
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip 3D RP(Real Photo) HD TruePic VII
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 3648 x 2736 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Max aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/2.0-4.9
Macro focusing range 8cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3.5 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 1,150k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display tech - TFT-LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1/4s 4s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed - 5.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.60 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB 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 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG H.264, Motion JPEG
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 230 gr (0.51 lb) 247 gr (0.54 lb)
Dimensions 124 x 66 x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2")
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 - 330 pictures
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-50 LI-92B
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory
Storage slots 1 1
Retail cost $900 $350