Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony W230

Let's look closer at the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 versus Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) and the W230 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 was launched 19 months later than the W230 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 scores versus the W230 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 enjoys outside measurements 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 W230 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

See the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 versus Sony W230 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 against the W230.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and W230 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by going over specs. The visual underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and W230.

All in all, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony W230 to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm Real 3D W3 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.