Canon 20D vs Sony TF1
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Canon 20D vs Sony TF1 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.6-4.7) lens
- 152g - 102 x 62 x 23mm
- Released June 2013

Canon 20D vs Sony TF1 Overview
Following is a thorough analysis of the Canon 20D and Sony TF1, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the 20D (8MP) and TF1 (16MP) and the 20D (APS-C) and TF1 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor dimensions.

The 20D was manufactured 9 years before the TF1 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon 20D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.
Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the 20D scores against the TF1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon 20D vs Sony TF1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 20D & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 20D Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 20D over the Sony TF1
20D | TF1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Canon 20D
TF1 | 20D | |||
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Released | June 2013 | ![]() | November 2004 | More modern by 105 months |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 1.8" | Bigger screen (+0.9") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 118k | Crisper screen (+342k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon 20D and Sony TF1
20D | TF1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Canon 20D vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon 20D comes with physical measurements of 144mm x 106mm x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") having a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has sizing of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check out the Canon 20D and Sony TF1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the 20D against the TF1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 20D and TF1 is 59 and 94 respectively.

Canon 20D vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The picture below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 20D and TF1.
To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 20D featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Sony TF1 will show extra detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged 20D will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Canon 20D vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 20D vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Canon EOS 20D | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon EOS 20D | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Waterproof |
Launched | 2004-11-03 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 22.5 x 15mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 337.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3504 x 2336 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF/EF-S | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Available lenses | 326 | - |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 1.8 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 118k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.56x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 2 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (ISO 100) | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 770 gr (1.70 lbs) | 152 gr (0.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 144 x 106 x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 62 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 721 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $1,300 | $266 |