Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony W290
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33 Features
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94 Imaging
34 Features
28 Overall
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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony W290 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
- Revealed August 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 98 x 57 x 23mm
- Introduced February 2009

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony W290 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) and the W290 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 was revealed 19 months later than the W290 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 grades against the W290 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony W290 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Gallery and Sony W290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Real 3D W3 over the Sony W290
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | W290 | |||
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Introduced | August 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 19 months |
Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 1150k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+920k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Fujifilm Real 3D W3
W290 | Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Sony W290
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 | W290 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony W290 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 has outer dimensions 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 Sony W290 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony W290 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 compared to the W290.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and W290 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony W290 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading through technical specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and W290.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony W290 to give extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images way more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm Real 3D W3 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony W290 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Sony W290 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-08-17 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 3D RP(Real Photo) HD | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus range | 8cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,150 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.60 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230 gr (0.51 lb) | 167 gr (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 66 x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 98 x 57 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-50 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $900 | $230 |