Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic ZS80

The following is a in depth comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic ZS80, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) and ZS80 (20MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 was introduced 8 years earlier than the ZS80 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 matches up against the ZS80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 and Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Gallery and Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 comes with outside measurements of 124mm x 66mm x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS80 has specifications of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") with a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic ZS80 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and the ZS80.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and ZS80 is 90 and 86 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading through specs. The picture below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and ZS80.

All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic ZS80 to give more detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Real 3D W3 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.