Canon SX150 IS vs Sony TF1
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Canon SX150 IS vs Sony TF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 306g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Released May 2012
- Earlier Model is Canon SX130 IS
- Later Model is Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 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 SX150 IS vs Sony TF1 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Canon SX150 IS and Sony TF1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe SX150 IS was manufactured 13 months prior to the TF1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SX150 IS matches up versus the TF1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SX150 IS vs Sony TF1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the Sony TF1
SX150 IS | TF1 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Canon SX150 IS
TF1 | SX150 IS | |||
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Released | June 2013 | May 2012 | Fresher by 13 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and Sony TF1
SX150 IS | TF1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Canon SX150 IS vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX150 IS offers physical dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") and a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has proportions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check the Canon SX150 IS and Sony TF1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SX150 IS vs the TF1.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX150 IS and TF1 is 86 and 94 respectively.
Canon SX150 IS vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX150 IS and TF1.
As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony TF1 to provide greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older SX150 IS will be behind in sensor technology.
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Canon SX150 IS vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2012-05-14 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
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 | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 1 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 2 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 306 grams (0.67 pounds) | 152 grams (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 130 images | 240 images |
Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
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 |
Cost at release | $249 | $266 |