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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Samsung HZ30W

Portability
90
Imaging
34
Features
21
Overall
28
Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 front
 
Samsung HZ30W front
Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
40
Overall
37

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Samsung HZ30W 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
  • Revealed August 2010
Samsung HZ30W
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
  • Launched January 2010
  • Additionally Known as WB600
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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Samsung HZ30W Overview

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Samsung HZ30W, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 was introduced 7 months later than the HZ30W and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 matches up versus the HZ30W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Real 3D W3 over the Samsung HZ30W

 Fujifilm Real 3D W3 HZ30W 
LaunchedAugust 2010January 2010More recent by 7 months
Screen sizing3.5"3"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution1150k230kCrisper screen (+920k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Fujifilm Real 3D W3

 HZ30W Fujifilm Real 3D W3 
Manual focus More exact focus

Common features in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Samsung HZ30W

 Fujifilm Real 3D W3 HZ30W 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch screen Neither includes Touch screen

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison

If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor 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") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Samsung HZ30W has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

See the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Samsung HZ30W in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 compared to the HZ30W.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Samsung HZ30W size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and HZ30W is 90 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Samsung HZ30W top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's hard to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by going over specifications. The graphic below might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and HZ30W.

Plainly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Samsung HZ30W to deliver extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm Real 3D W3 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Samsung HZ30W sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Portrait photography details
Samsung HZ30W Portrait photography details
20
lack of manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
29
has manual focus
external flash not possible
low MP (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Street photography advice
Samsung HZ30W Street photography advice
45
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
heavier than average in class (230g)
60
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (245 grams)
fixed screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Sports photography information
Samsung HZ30W Sports photography information
17
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,000s)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
42
amazing zoom range (24-360mm 15.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with tracking autofocus
low MP (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Travel photography information
Samsung HZ30W Travel photography information
48
built-in flash
lack of Time Lapse recording
heavier than average in class (230g)
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
63
lighter than average in class (245g)
built-in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
great reach (360mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
low MP (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
Photography Glossary

Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm Real 3D W3
Landscape photography with Samsung HZ30W
27
lovely big screen (3.5 inch)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
no manual control
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
lack of Time Lapse recording
43
has manual focus
pretty wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
low MP (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
does not have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung HZ30W as a Vlogging camera
21
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic support
heavier than average in class (230 grams)
30
pretty wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (245g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external microphone port
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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Samsung HZ30W
 Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3Samsung HZ30W
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Samsung
Model type Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 Samsung HZ30W
Also referred to as - WB600
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2010-08-17 2010-01-19
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip 3D RP(Real Photo) HD -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 24-360mm (15.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/3.2-5.8
Macro focusing range 8cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3.5 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 1,150k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 1/4 seconds 16 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/1000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.60 m 5.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
External flash
AE bracketing
WB 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, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 230 gr (0.51 lbs) 245 gr (0.54 lbs)
Dimensions 124 x 66 x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 SLB-11A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at release $900 $280