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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic ZR1

Portability
90
Imaging
34
Features
21
Overall
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Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic ZR1 Key Specs

Fujifilm Real 3D W3
(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
Panasonic ZR1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 158g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
  • Launched July 2009
  • Also referred to as Lumix DMC-ZX1
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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic ZR1 Overview

The following is a complete review of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Panasonic ZR1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 was introduced 13 months after the ZR1 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 grades versus the ZR1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Real 3D W3 over the Panasonic ZR1

 Fujifilm Real 3D W3 ZR1 
LaunchedAugust 2010July 2009Newer by 13 months
Screen dimensions3.5"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.8")
Screen resolution1150k230kCrisper screen (+920k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Fujifilm Real 3D W3

 ZR1 Fujifilm Real 3D W3 

Common features in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Panasonic ZR1

 Fujifilm Real 3D W3 ZR1 
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Neither features Touch screen

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic ZR1 Physical Comparison

If you are going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 enjoys outside dimensions of 124mm x 66mm x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZR1 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Panasonic ZR1 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 choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 compared to the ZR1.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic ZR1 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and ZR1 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic ZR1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic ZR1 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The pic here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and ZR1.

To sum up, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Panasonic ZR1 to offer you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm Real 3D W3 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic ZR1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic ZR1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic ZR1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Portrait photography advice
Panasonic ZR1 Portrait photography advice
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focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
low megapixels (10MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
21
manual focus not available
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic ZR1 as a Street photography camera
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fixed screen
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
heavier than average (230 grams)
56
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm Real 3D W3
Sports photography with Panasonic ZR1
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maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,000 seconds)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
25
image stabilization (Optical)
very slow continuous shooting (2.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic ZR1 as a Travel photography camera
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flash built-in
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than average (230g)
low megapixels (10MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
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built-in flash
really wide (25mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Landscape photography information
Panasonic ZR1 Landscape photography information
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lovely big screen (3.5")
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
no manual exposure
no image stabilization
low megapixels (10MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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really wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual mode not available
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Vlogging factors
Panasonic ZR1 Vlogging factors
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wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic support
heavier than average (230g)
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really wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external mic support
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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Panasonic ZR1
 Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1
Otherwise known as - Lumix DMC-ZX1
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2010-08-17 2009-07-27
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by 3D RP(Real Photo) HD Venus Engine V
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 10 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 25-200mm (8.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing range 8cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3.5" 2.7"
Screen resolution 1,150k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 1/4 seconds 60 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 2.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.60 m 5.10 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance 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 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video 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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 230 gr (0.51 pounds) 158 gr (0.35 pounds)
Physical dimensions 124 x 66 x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0")
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 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 card, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Price at launch $900 $280