Canon SX30 IS vs Sony TF1
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Canon SX30 IS vs Sony TF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-840mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
- 601g - 123 x 92 x 108mm
- Introduced September 2010
- Older Model is Canon SX20 IS
- Replacement is Canon SX40 HS
(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 SX30 IS vs Sony TF1 Overview
The following is a in depth assessment of the Canon SX30 IS and Sony TF1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX30 IS (14MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX30 IS was launched 3 years before the TF1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX30 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SX30 IS matches up versus the TF1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX30 IS vs Sony TF1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX30 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX30 IS Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX30 IS over the Sony TF1
SX30 IS | TF1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Canon SX30 IS
TF1 | SX30 IS | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Released | June 2013 | ![]() | September 2010 | Newer by 33 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX30 IS and Sony TF1
SX30 IS | TF1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing |
Canon SX30 IS vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX30 IS provides outside dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") having a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has measurements of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Look at the Canon SX30 IS and Sony TF1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SX30 IS compared to the TF1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX30 IS and TF1 is 64 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX30 IS vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX30 IS and TF1.
All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony TF1 to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged SX30 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SX30 IS vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX30 IS vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX30 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX30 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2010-09-14 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 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 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 2 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 601 gr (1.32 lb) | 152 gr (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 92 x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 240 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-7L | 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/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $400 | $266 |