Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic SZ3
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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic SZ3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 230g - 124 x 66 x 28mm
- Announced August 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Released January 2013
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic SZ3 Overview
Its time to look a bit more closely at the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic SZ3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) and SZ3 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe Fujifilm Real 3D W3 was announced 3 years prior to the SZ3 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 matches up versus the SZ3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic SZ3 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Gallery & Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Real 3D W3 over the Panasonic SZ3
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | SZ3 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.5" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") | |
Screen resolution | 1150k | 230k | Clearer screen (+920k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ3 over the Fujifilm Real 3D W3
SZ3 | Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | August 2010 | More recent by 29 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Panasonic SZ3
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | SZ3 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic SZ3 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 comes with outer dimensions of 124mm x 66mm x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ3 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic SZ3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 compared to the SZ3.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and SZ3 is 90 and 96 respectively.
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic SZ3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements purely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and SZ3.
As you can see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic SZ3 to give you greater detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Real 3D W3 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic SZ3 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-08-17 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 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 | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 8cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,150 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.60 m | 4.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 230g (0.51 lbs) | 126g (0.28 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 66 x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | - | 250 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-50 | - |
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 | Single | Single |
Price at release | $900 | $150 |