Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony TF1
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony TF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 848 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- n/ag - 101 x 59 x 20mm
- Announced September 2010
(Full Review)
- 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
- Introduced June 2013
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On this page, we are analyzing the Casio EX-Z16 and Sony TF1, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Waterproof by companies Casio and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and TF1 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe EX-Z16 was released 3 years prior to the TF1 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.
Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the EX-Z16 matches up vs the TF1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Sony TF1
| EX-Z16 | TF1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus | Very exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Casio EX-Z16
| TF1 | EX-Z16 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | June 2013 | September 2010 | More modern by 33 months | |
| Display dimensions | 2.7" | " | Larger display (+2.7") | |
| Display resolution | 460k | 0k | Crisper display (+460k dot) | |
| Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Sony TF1
| EX-Z16 | TF1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z16 features exterior measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has dimensions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z16 and Sony TF1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z16 compared to the TF1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z16 and TF1 is 99 and 94 respectively.
Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by researching specs. The image here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z16 and TF1.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony TF1 to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z16 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Casio | Sony |
| Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
| Announced | 2010-09-20 | 2013-06-21 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
| 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.6-4.7 |
| Macro focusing range | 7cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | - | 2.7" |
| Resolution of display | 0 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display tech | - | TFT LCD display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 3.90 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 848 x 480 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 848x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | - | 152g (0.34 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 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 pictures |
| Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
| Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Pricing at launch | $100 | $266 |