Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic TS4
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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic TS4 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
- Revealed August 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Released January 2012
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT4
- Succeeded the Panasonic TS3
- Later Model is Panasonic TS5

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic TS4 Overview
Here, we are looking at the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 versus Panasonic TS4, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 was announced 17 months earlier than the TS4 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 scores against the TS4 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic TS4 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Gallery & Panasonic TS4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Real 3D W3 over the Panasonic TS4
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | TS4 | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Display resolution | 1150k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+920k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Fujifilm Real 3D W3
TS4 | Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | August 2010 | Newer by 17 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Panasonic TS4
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | TS4 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic TS4 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 comes with exterior 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) whilst the Panasonic TS4 has dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 versus Panasonic TS4 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and the TS4.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and TS4 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic TS4 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at technical specs. The image underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and TS4.
As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic TS4 to give you extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Real 3D W3 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic TS4 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic TS4 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FT4 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2010-08-17 | 2012-01-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 3D RP(Real Photo) HD | Venus Engine FHD |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 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 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 8cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,150 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.60 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 230 grams (0.51 lbs) | 197 grams (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 66 x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 310 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-50 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $900 | $399 |