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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Olympus TG-5

Portability
90
Imaging
33
Features
21
Overall
28
Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 front
 
Olympus Tough TG-5 front
Portability
90
Imaging
37
Features
51
Overall
42

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Olympus TG-5 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
  • Revealed August 2010
Olympus TG-5
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 12800)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
  • 250g - 113 x 66 x 32mm
  • Introduced May 2017
  • Succeeded the Olympus TG-4
  • Successor is Olympus TG-6
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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Olympus TG-5 Overview

On this page, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 versus Olympus TG-5, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) and the TG-5 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 was announced 7 years earlier than the TG-5 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 grades versus the TG-5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Real 3D W3 over the Olympus TG-5

 Fujifilm Real 3D W3 TG-5 
Screen dimensions3.5"3"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution1150k460kSharper screen (+690k dot)

Reasons to pick Olympus TG-5 over the Fujifilm Real 3D W3

 TG-5 Fujifilm Real 3D W3 
IntroducedMay 2017August 2010Newer by 82 months
Manually focus Dial precise focus

Common features in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Olympus TG-5

 Fujifilm Real 3D W3 TG-5 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Olympus TG-5 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 comes with external dimensions of 124mm x 66mm x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-5 has proportions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 versus Olympus TG-5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 against the TG-5.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Olympus TG-5 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and TG-5 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Olympus TG-5 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Olympus TG-5 Sensor Comparison

Normally, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by seeing technical specs. The picture here will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and TG-5.

As you have seen, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Olympus TG-5 to produce greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Real 3D W3 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Olympus TG-5 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Olympus TG-5 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Olympus TG-5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 as a Portrait photography camera
Olympus TG-5 as a Portrait photography camera
19
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
39
manual focus
includes face detect autofocus
supports RAW files
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm Real 3D W3
Street photography with Olympus TG-5
45
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
more heavy than average in class (230g)
64
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports RAW files
weather proofing
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
heavier than average (250g)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Sports photography highlights
Olympus TG-5 Sports photography highlights
16
low max shutter speed (1/1,000s)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
46
fast continuous shooting (20.0 frames/s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes tracking focus
weather proofing
great battery pack (340 per charge)
no shutter priority mode
low resolution (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 as a Travel photography camera
Olympus TG-5 as a Travel photography camera
48
flash built-in
doesn't have Timelapse function
more heavy than average in class (230g)
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
68
great battery pack (340 CIPA)
weather proofing
built-in flash
decently wide (25mm)
good max aperture (f2.0)
heavier than average (250g)
low resolution (12MP)
does not contain selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Landscape photography info
Olympus TG-5 Landscape photography info
26
bigger than average screen (3.5")
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse function
57
manual focus
decently wide (25mm)
good max aperture (f2.0)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports RAW files
weather proofing
great battery pack (340 per charge)
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
manual mode not available
low resolution (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 as a Vlogging camera
Olympus TG-5 as a Vlogging camera
21
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external microphone jack
more heavy than average in class (230 grams)
34
decently wide (25mm)
good max aperture (f2.0)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detect autofocus
video res high (3840 x 2160 pixels)
does not contain selfie friendly display
does not have mic jack
heavier than average (250g)
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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Olympus TG-5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Olympus TG-5
 Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3Olympus Tough TG-5
General Information
Company FujiFilm Olympus
Model Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 Olympus Tough TG-5
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Revealed 2010-08-17 2017-05-17
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip 3D RP(Real Photo) HD TruePic VIII
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 12800
Max enhanced ISO - 12800
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Minimum enhanced ISO - 100
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points - 25
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-105mm (3.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/2.0-4.9
Macro focus range 8cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3.5" 3"
Resolution of display 1,150k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 1/4s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/1000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed - 20.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.60 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, redeye slow sync, fill, manual, off
Hot shoe
AE 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) 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution 1280x720 3840x2160
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic 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 Built-in
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 230 gr (0.51 lb) 250 gr (0.55 lb)
Physical dimensions 124 x 66 x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3")
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 life - 340 pictures
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-50 LI-92B
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible)
Storage slots One One
Retail price $900 $449