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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony A7S III

Portability
90
Imaging
33
Features
21
Overall
28
Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 front
 
Sony Alpha A7S III front
Portability
61
Imaging
65
Features
92
Overall
75

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony A7S III Key Specs

Fujifilm Real 3D W3
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
  • 230g - 124 x 66 x 28mm
  • Released August 2010
Sony A7S III
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 80 - 102400 (Bump to 409600)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 699g - 129 x 97 x 81mm
  • Introduced July 2020
  • Previous Model is Sony A7S II
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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony A7S III Overview

The following is a extensive overview of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Sony A7S III, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) and the A7S III (12MP) is fairly comparable but the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (1/2.3") and A7S III (Full frame) offer different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 was revealed 11 years prior to the A7S III which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7S III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 scores vs the A7S III with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Real 3D W3 over the Sony A7S III

 Fujifilm Real 3D W3 A7S III 
Display dimensions3.5"3"Larger display (+0.5")

Reasons to pick Sony A7S III over the Fujifilm Real 3D W3

 A7S III Fujifilm Real 3D W3 
IntroducedJuly 2020August 2010Newer by 120 months
Manually focus Very accurate focus
Display typeFully articulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display resolution1440k1150kCrisper display (+290k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Sony A7S III

 Fujifilm Real 3D W3 A7S III 

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony A7S III Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 has external measurements 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 Sony A7S III has proportions of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Sony A7S III in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 against the A7S III.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony A7S III size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and A7S III is 90 and 61 respectively.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony A7S III top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony A7S III Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions just by checking out technical specs. The pic here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and A7S III.

As you have seen, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony A7S III will provide more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Real 3D W3 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony A7S III sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony A7S III Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony A7S III Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm Real 3D W3
Portrait photography with Sony A7S III
19
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
low MP (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
71
manual focus
sensor size is great (Full frame)
includes face detect autofocus
saves RAW files
low resolution (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm Real 3D W3
Street photography with Sony A7S III
45
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
more heavy than competition (230 grams)
76
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
saves RAW files
offers touch focus
weather proofing
above average high ISO (102,400)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Sports photography highlights
Sony A7S III Sports photography highlights
16
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,000 seconds)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
low MP (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
76
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
includes tracking focus
weather proofing
better than average battery (600 shots)
sensor has phase detect autofocus
low resolution (12MP)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm Real 3D W3
Travel photography with Sony A7S III
48
built-in flash
does not have Timelapse recording
more heavy than competition (230g)
low MP (10 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
70
better than average battery (600 CIPA)
weather proofing
has bluetooth
offers touch focus
screen is selfie friendly
low resolution (12 megapixels)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Landscape photography advice
Sony A7S III Landscape photography advice
26
lovely big screen (3.5 inch)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
lack of manual exposure
no image stabilization
low MP (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
does not have Timelapse recording
77
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Sony E mount)
good sized screen (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
above average high ISO (102,400)
saves RAW files
weather proofing
better than average battery (600 CIPA)
two card slots
low resolution (12 megapixels)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 as a Vlogging camera
Sony A7S III as a Vlogging camera
21
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have microphone jack
more heavy than competition (230g)
77
screen is selfie friendly
built-in touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
includes face detect autofocus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pixels)
includes mic socket
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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony A7S III Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Sony A7S III
 Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3Sony Alpha A7S III
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 Sony Alpha A7S III
Class Small Sensor Compact Pro Mirrorless
Released 2010-08-17 2020-07-21
Physical type Compact SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip 3D RP(Real Photo) HD Bionz XR
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" Full frame
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 35.6 x 23.8mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 847.3mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 3648 x 2736 4240 x 2832
Highest native ISO 1600 102400
Highest boosted ISO - 409600
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Min boosted ISO - 50
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points - 759
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens Sony E
Lens focal range 35-105mm (3.0x) -
Max aperture f/3.7-4.2 -
Macro focus range 8cm -
Total lenses - 121
Crop factor 5.8 1
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fully articulated
Display sizing 3.5 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 1,150k dots 1,440k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 9,440k dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.91x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 1/4 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.60 m no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync no built-in flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance 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) 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
Highest video resolution 1280x720 3840x2160
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-1, H.264, H.265
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 230g (0.51 pounds) 699g (1.54 pounds)
Physical dimensions 124 x 66 x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") 129 x 97 x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 85
DXO Color Depth score not tested 23.6
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 13.3
DXO Low light score not tested 2993
Other
Battery life - 600 images
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-50 NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures))
Time lapse feature With downloadable app
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots
Card slots One Two
Cost at launch $900 $3,499