Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic ZS50

On this page, we are evaluating the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic ZS50, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 was launched 5 years earlier than the ZS50 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 scores against the ZS50 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Gallery and Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 has physical dimensions of 124mm x 66mm x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS50 has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Panasonic ZS50 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 compared to the ZS50.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and ZS50 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading specifications. The graphic below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and ZS50.

Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS50 to offer more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Real 3D W3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.