Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Ricoh CX2
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93 Imaging
32 Features
35 Overall
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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Ricoh CX2 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)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 185g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Revealed August 2009

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Ricoh CX2 Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Ricoh CX2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Ricoh. The resolution of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) and the CX2 (9MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 was released 13 months after the CX2 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 grades versus the CX2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Ricoh CX2 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 and Ricoh CX2. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Gallery and Ricoh CX2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Real 3D W3 over the Ricoh CX2
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | CX2 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | August 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 13 months |
Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 1150k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Fujifilm Real 3D W3
CX2 | Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Common features in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Ricoh CX2
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | CX2 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Ricoh CX2 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 features outside dimensions of 124mm x 66mm x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Ricoh CX2 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Ricoh CX2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 versus the CX2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and CX2 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Ricoh CX2 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing specifications. The pic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and CX2.
To sum up, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 to render more detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm Real 3D W3 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Ricoh CX2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Ricoh CX2 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 | Ricoh CX2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 | Ricoh CX2 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-08-17 | 2009-08-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 3D RP(Real Photo) HD | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 9 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 8cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,150k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.60 m | 3.00 m (ISO 400) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230 grams (0.51 pounds) | 185 grams (0.41 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 66 x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $900 | $341 |