FujiFilm S1600 vs Sony TX1
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FujiFilm S1600 vs Sony TX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Released February 2010
- Other Name is FinePix S1770
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 142g - 94 x 58 x 17mm
- Released August 2009

FujiFilm S1600 vs Sony TX1 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the FujiFilm S1600 vs Sony TX1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the S1600 (12MP) and the TX1 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the S1600 (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") offer different sensor sizes.

The S1600 was launched 6 months after the TX1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S1600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the S1600 grades versus the TX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Sony TX1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S1600 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S1600 Gallery and Sony TX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1600 over the Sony TX1
S1600 | TX1 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX1 over the FujiFilm S1600
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm S1600 and Sony TX1
S1600 | TX1 | |||
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Released | February 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
FujiFilm S1600 vs Sony TX1 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S1600 has external dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Sony TX1 has measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Look at the FujiFilm S1600 vs Sony TX1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the S1600 against the TX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S1600 and TX1 is 78 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Sony TX1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out technical specs. The picture here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S1600 and TX1.
As you have seen, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S1600 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the FujiFilm S1600 will produce extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Sony TX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S1600 vs Sony TX1 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S1600 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S1600 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 |
Alternate name | FinePix S1770 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-02-02 | 2009-08-06 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/4.0-4.8 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 8cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1250 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 3.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 337 gr (0.74 pounds) | 142 gr (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 94 x 58 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $130 | $350 |