Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs Zeiss ZX1

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Zeiss ZX1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Zeiss. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (10MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 (1/2.3") and ZX1 (Full frame) feature different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 was brought out 9 years earlier than the ZX1 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 being a Compact camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 grades against the ZX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 & Zeiss ZX1. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm Real 3D W3 Gallery & Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 offers external measurements of 124mm x 66mm x 28mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Zeiss ZX1 has dimensions of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and Zeiss ZX1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 vs the ZX1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and ZX1 is 90 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Real 3D W3 and ZX1.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm Real 3D W3 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Zeiss ZX1 will give you extra detail having its extra 27 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Real 3D W3 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.