Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony A7S
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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony A7S 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
- Released August 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 409600
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 489g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Launched April 2014
- Updated by Sony A7S II

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony A7S Overview
The following is a in-depth overview of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony A7S, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) and the A7S (12MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (1/2.3") and A7S (Full frame) offer totally different sensor sizes.

The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 was introduced 4 years earlier than the A7S which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 grades vs the A7S with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony A7S Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 & Sony Alpha A7S. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Gallery & Sony A7S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Real 3D W3 over the Sony A7S
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | A7S | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Sony A7S over the Fujifilm Real 3D W3
A7S | Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | |||
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Launched | April 2014 | ![]() | August 2010 | Newer by 44 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 1150k | Clearer screen (+80k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Sony A7S
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | A7S | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony A7S Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 offers external 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 Sony A7S has measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony A7S in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 compared to the A7S.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and A7S is 90 and 77 respectively.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony A7S Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching a spec sheet. The picture underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and A7S.
As you can see, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Sony A7S will result in extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Real 3D W3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony A7S Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 | Sony Alpha A7S | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 | Sony Alpha A7S |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2010-08-17 | 2014-04-06 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 3D RP(Real Photo) HD | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4240 x 2832 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 409600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 8cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,150 thousand dots | 1,230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/4 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.60 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160, XAVC S 1080 60p(50Mbps), 30p (50Mbps), 24p (50Mbps). 720 120p (50Mbps). AVCHD 60p (28Mbps), 60i (24Mbps/17Mbps), 24p (24Mbps/17Mbps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 230 grams (0.51 lbs) | 489 grams (1.08 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 66 x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 87 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 3702 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 360 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-50 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $900 | $1,998 |