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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic LS5

Portability
90
Imaging
33
Features
21
Overall
28
Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 front
Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic LS5 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
  • Launched August 2010
Panasonic LS5
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
  • 126g - 97 x 62 x 27mm
  • Launched July 2011
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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic LS5 Overview

Following is a comprehensive overview of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Panasonic LS5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) and LS5 (14MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 was unveiled 11 months earlier than the LS5 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 grades vs the LS5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Real 3D W3 over the Panasonic LS5

 Fujifilm Real 3D W3 LS5 
Display dimensions3.5"2.7"Larger display (+0.8")
Display resolution1150k230kCrisper display (+920k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic LS5 over the Fujifilm Real 3D W3

 LS5 Fujifilm Real 3D W3 
LaunchedJuly 2011August 2010More modern by 11 months

Common features in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Panasonic LS5

 Fujifilm Real 3D W3 LS5 
Manual focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch display No Touch display

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic LS5 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 provides physical dimensions of 124mm x 66mm x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic LS5 has measurements of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 versus the LS5.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic LS5 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and LS5 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic LS5 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic LS5 Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through specifications. The image below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and LS5.

Plainly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic LS5 to result in extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Real 3D W3 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic LS5 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic LS5 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic LS5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic LS5 as a Portrait photography camera
19
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
low resolution (10 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
33
good MP (14MP)
has face detect focusing
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm Real 3D W3
Street photography with Panasonic LS5
45
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
heavier than competitors (230 grams)
62
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (126g)
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Sports photography features
Panasonic LS5 Sports photography features
16
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,000s)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (10 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
32
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (14 megapixels)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
not so great battery life (160 shots)
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Travel photography information
Panasonic LS5 Travel photography information
48
built-in flash
no Time Lapse function
heavier than competitors (230 grams)
low resolution (10 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
65
lighter than average in class (126g)
good MP (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
relatively wide (26mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
not so great battery life (160 shots)
does not posses selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Landscape photography features
Panasonic LS5 Landscape photography features
26
big screen (3.5")
manual focus not available
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
no Time Lapse function
36
relatively wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (14MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual exposure
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
not so great battery life (160 shots)
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic LS5 as a Vlogging camera
21
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external mic jack
heavier than competitors (230g)
32
relatively wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focusing
lighter than average in class (126 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not posses selfie friendly display
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic support
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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic LS5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Panasonic LS5
 Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2010-08-17 2011-07-21
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor 3D RP(Real Photo) HD -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 3648 x 2736 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-105mm (3.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/2.8-6.5
Macro focus distance 8cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3.5" 2.7"
Display resolution 1,150k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology - TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1/4s 8s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate - 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.60 m 4.60 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
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) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 230 gr (0.51 pounds) 126 gr (0.28 pounds)
Physical dimensions 124 x 66 x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") 97 x 62 x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1")
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 - 160 photographs
Style of battery - AA
Battery model NP-50 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Cost at release $900 $294