Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Ricoh WG-30W

Below is a thorough analysis of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Ricoh WG-30W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Ricoh. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) and WG-30W (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 was manufactured 5 years earlier than the WG-30W and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 grades versus the WG-30W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 and Ricoh WG-30W. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Gallery and Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 enjoys exterior measurements of 124mm x 66mm x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-30W has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Ricoh WG-30W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and the WG-30W.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and WG-30W is 90 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements purely by checking specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and WG-30W.

All in all, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Ricoh WG-30W to give you greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Real 3D W3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.