Canon G12 vs Sony TF1
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Canon G12 vs Sony TF1 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.6-4.7) lens
- 152g - 102 x 62 x 23mm
- Launched June 2013
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Lets take a closer look at the Canon G12 vs Sony TF1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the G12 (10MP) and TF1 (16MP) and the G12 (1/1.7") and TF1 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe G12 was released 3 years prior to the TF1 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the G12 scores against the TF1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G12 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The complete galleries are available at Canon G12 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G12 over the Sony TF1
| G12 | TF1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial exact focusing | ||
| Display type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
| Display dimensions | 2.8" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.1") |
| Display resolution | 461k |  | 460k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Canon G12
| TF1 | G12 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | June 2013 |  | January 2011 | More modern by 29 months |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon G12 and Sony TF1
| G12 | TF1 |
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Canon G12 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon G12 features outside measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") along with a weight of 401 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has proportions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the G12 compared to the TF1.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the G12 and TF1 is 83 and 94 respectively.
Canon G12 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through specs. The picture below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the G12 and TF1.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G12 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Sony TF1 will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged G12 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon G12 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot G12 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
| Model | Canon PowerShot G12 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Revealed | 2011-01-19 | 2013-06-21 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.6-4.7 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.8" | 2.7" |
| Resolution of display | 461k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display tech | - | TFT LCD display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 15s | 2s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.00 m | 3.90 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | 1/2000s | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| 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) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 401g (0.88 pounds) | 152g (0.34 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 112 x 76 x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | 47 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 20.4 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 11.2 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 161 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 370 pictures | 240 pictures |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NB-7L | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail pricing | $600 | $266 |