Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sigma fp L

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 versus Sigma fp L, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sigma. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) and fp L (61MP) and the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 was unveiled 11 years before the fp L which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 matches up versus the fp L in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 & Sigma fp L. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Gallery & Sigma fp L Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 offers 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) whilst the Sigma fp L has measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 versus Sigma fp L in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs the fp L.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and fp L is 90 and 83 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and fp L.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Sigma fp L will offer greater detail having an extra 51 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Real 3D W3 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.