Canon G15 vs Sony TF1
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Canon G15 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
- Introduced June 2013

Canon G15 vs Sony TF1 Overview
Following is a detailed analysis of the Canon G15 vs Sony TF1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the G15 (12MP) and TF1 (16MP) and the G15 (1/1.7") and TF1 (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.

The G15 was released 9 months before the TF1 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the G15 matches up against the TF1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon G15 vs Sony TF1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G15 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G15 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G15 over the Sony TF1
G15 | TF1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Canon G15
TF1 | G15 | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | ![]() | September 2012 | More modern by 9 months |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon G15 and Sony TF1
G15 | TF1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon G15 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon G15 provides exterior measurements of 107mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") having a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Sony TF1 has specifications of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Contrast the Canon G15 vs Sony TF1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the G15 compared to the TF1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G15 and TF1 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Canon G15 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The image underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the G15 and TF1.
To sum up, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G15 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Sony TF1 will give more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged G15 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

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Canon G15 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G15 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G15 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2012-09-17 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 5 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 922 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT PureColor II G LCD | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/2000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 352g (0.78 lb) | 152g (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 76 x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 46 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 19.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 165 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | 240 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-10L | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $499 | $266 |