Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony TX55
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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony TX55 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
- Introduced August 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Introduced July 2011

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony TX55 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 versus Sony TX55, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) and TX55 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 was launched 11 months before the TX55 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 grades against the TX55 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony TX55 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Gallery and Sony TX55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Real 3D W3 over the Sony TX55
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | TX55 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3.3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sony TX55 over the Fujifilm Real 3D W3
TX55 | Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | ![]() | August 2010 | More modern by 11 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 1150k | Crisper display (+80k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Sony TX55
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | TX55 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony TX55 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 enjoys external dimensions of 124mm x 66mm x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sony TX55 has specifications of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") along with a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 versus Sony TX55 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 against the TX55.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and TX55 is 90 and 97 respectively.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony TX55 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading technical specs. The pic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and TX55.
As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony TX55 to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Real 3D W3 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony TX55 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony TX55 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-08-17 | 2011-07-24 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 3D RP(Real Photo) HD | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 8cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.5 inch | 3.3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,150k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | XtraFine OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/4s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.60 m | 3.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 230 gr (0.51 lb) | 109 gr (0.24 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 66 x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
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 life | - | 250 pictures |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-50 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | microSD/SDHC, Memory Stick Micro |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $900 | $350 |