Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Pentax RZ18
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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Pentax RZ18 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 178g - 97 x 61 x 33mm
- Introduced September 2011
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Pentax RZ18 Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Pentax RZ18, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) and RZ18 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm Real 3D W3 was introduced 13 months earlier than the RZ18 making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 scores vs the RZ18 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Pentax RZ18 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 & Pentax Optio RZ18. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Gallery & Pentax RZ18 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Real 3D W3 over the Pentax RZ18
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | RZ18 | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 1150k | 460k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ18 over the Fujifilm Real 3D W3
RZ18 | Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | |||
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Introduced | September 2011 | August 2010 | More recent by 13 months | |
Manually focus | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Pentax RZ18
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | RZ18 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Pentax RZ18 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 enjoys physical dimensions of 124mm x 66mm x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Pentax RZ18 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Pentax RZ18 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 compared to the RZ18.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and RZ18 is 90 and 92 respectively.
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Pentax RZ18 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements simply by researching specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and RZ18.
All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Pentax RZ18 to render greater detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Real 3D W3 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Pentax RZ18 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 | Pentax Optio RZ18 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 | Pentax Optio RZ18 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-08-17 | 2011-09-12 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 3D RP(Real Photo) HD | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 8cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.5 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,150k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/4s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.60 m | 2.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230 gr (0.51 lbs) | 178 gr (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 66 x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-50 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $900 | $210 |