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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic LX5

Portability
90
Imaging
34
Features
21
Overall
28
Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 front
Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
44
Overall
38

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic LX5 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
  • Introduced August 2010
Panasonic LX5
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-90mm (F2.0-3.3) lens
  • 271g - 110 x 65 x 43mm
  • Introduced December 2011
  • Superseded the Panasonic LX3
  • Later Model is Panasonic LX7
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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic LX5 Overview

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 versus Panasonic LX5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) and the LX5 (10MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (1/2.3") and LX5 (1/1.63") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 was manufactured 16 months before the LX5 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 scores vs the LX5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Real 3D W3 over the Panasonic LX5

 Fujifilm Real 3D W3 LX5 
Screen sizing3.5"3"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution1150k460kCrisper screen (+690k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic LX5 over the Fujifilm Real 3D W3

 LX5 Fujifilm Real 3D W3 
IntroducedDecember 2011August 2010Newer by 16 months
Manual focus Very accurate focusing

Common features in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Panasonic LX5

 Fujifilm Real 3D W3 LX5 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch friendly screen No Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic LX5 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 offers physical dimensions of 124mm x 66mm x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Panasonic LX5 has specifications of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 versus Panasonic LX5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and the LX5.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic LX5 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and LX5 is 90 and 88 respectively.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic LX5 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic LX5 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading specs. The pic here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and LX5.

All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 includes the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF harder. The more aged Fujifilm Real 3D W3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic LX5 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic LX5 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic LX5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Portrait photography factors
Panasonic LX5 Portrait photography factors
20
no manual focus
no manual mode
external flash not possible
low resolution (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
41
has manual focus
exports RAW formats
low resolution (10MP)
sensor size is small (1/1.63")
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Street photography info
Panasonic LX5 Street photography info
45
no moving screen
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
heavier than competitors in class (230g)
59
has image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW formats
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/1.63")
heavier than average (271 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Sports photography information
Panasonic LX5 Sports photography information
17
low max shutter speed (1/1,000 seconds)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
low resolution (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow fps (3.0 fps)
low resolution (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/1.63")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic LX5 as a Travel photography camera
48
has built in flash
no Time Lapse mode
heavier than competitors in class (230 grams)
low resolution (10 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
59
has built in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
very good maximum aperture (f2.0)
missing Time Lapse mode
heavier than average (271 grams)
low resolution (10 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm Real 3D W3
Landscape photography with Panasonic LX5
27
big screen (3.5")
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
no manual mode
no image stabilization
low resolution (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
no Time Lapse mode
52
has manual focus
fairly wide (24mm)
very good maximum aperture (f2.0)
screen is a good size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
low resolution (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/1.63")
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm Real 3D W3
Vlogging with Panasonic LX5
21
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
does not offer selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external mic socket
heavier than competitors in class (230 grams)
29
fairly wide (24mm)
very good maximum aperture (f2.0)
has image stabilization (Optical)
display is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing mic port
heavier than average (271 grams)
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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic LX5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Panasonic LX5
 Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2010-08-17 2011-12-15
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip 3D RP(Real Photo) HD Venus Engine FHD
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/1.63"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 8.07 x 5.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 44.9mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 3648 x 2736 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 1600 12800
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points - 23
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 24-90mm (3.8x)
Largest aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/2.0-3.3
Macro focusing distance 8cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 4.5
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3.5 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 1,150 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic (optional)
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1/4s 60s
Highest shutter speed 1/1000s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting speed - 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.60 m 7.20 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG AVCHD Lite
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 230 grams (0.51 pounds) 271 grams (0.60 pounds)
Dimensions 124 x 66 x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") 110 x 65 x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 41
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 19.6
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 10.8
DXO Low light rating not tested 132
Other
Battery ID NP-50 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at launch $900 $294