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Fujifilm T550 vs Sony TF1

Portability
95
Imaging
40
Features
40
Overall
40
Fujifilm FinePix T550 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 front
Portability
94
Imaging
40
Features
34
Overall
37

Fujifilm T550 vs Sony TF1 Key Specs

Fujifilm T550
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-288mm (F) lens
  • 136g - 99 x 57 x 26mm
  • Launched January 2013
Sony TF1
(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
  • Announced June 2013
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Fujifilm T550 vs Sony TF1 Overview

Below is a thorough analysis of the Fujifilm T550 and Sony TF1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm T550 (16MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm T550 was unveiled 5 months prior to the TF1 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm T550 grades against the TF1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm T550 over the Sony TF1

 Fujifilm T550 TF1 
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Fujifilm T550

 TF1 Fujifilm T550 
Screen resolution460k230kCrisper screen (+230k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm T550 and Sony TF1

 Fujifilm T550 TF1 
AnnouncedJanuary 2013June 2013Similar generation
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Fujifilm T550 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison

If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm T550 features exterior dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Sony TF1 has proportions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm T550 and Sony TF1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm T550 vs the TF1.

Fujifilm T550 vs Sony TF1 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm T550 and TF1 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm T550 vs Sony TF1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm T550 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm T550 and TF1.

Clearly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of photographs although you should consider the release date of the products into consideration.

Fujifilm T550 vs Sony TF1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm T550 vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm T550 vs Sony TF1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm T550 Portrait photography advice
Sony TF1 Portrait photography advice
35
decent MP (16MP)
provides face detection autofocus
lack of manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
35
megapixel count decent (16MP)
includes face detection focus
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm T550 Street photography details
Sony TF1 Street photography details
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (136 grams)
screen does not articulate
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
69
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features focus via touch
weather proof
lighter than others in class (152 grams)
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm T550
Sports photography with Sony TF1
45
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16MP)
provides tracking autofocus
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
42
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
weather proof
max frames per second very slow (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
not so great battery (240 CIPA)
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm T550
Travel photography with Sony TF1
76
lighter than competitors in class (136g)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
really wide (24mm)
great zoom (288mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
lack of Timelapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
69
lighter than others in class (152g)
weather proof
features focus via touch
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
really wide (25mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
not so great battery (240 CIPA)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm T550 Landscape photography details
Sony TF1 Landscape photography details
48
really wide (24mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
no manual control
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
lack of Timelapse recording
40
really wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
weather proof
focusing manually not possible
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.6)
small screen (2.7")
no manual mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
not so great battery (240 shots)
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm T550 Vlogging advice
Sony TF1 Vlogging advice
35
really wide (24mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detection autofocus
lighter than competitors in class (136g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external microphone socket
33
really wide (25mm)
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection focus
lighter than others in class (152g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.6)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external microphone jack
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Fujifilm T550 vs Sony TF1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm T550 and Sony TF1
 Fujifilm FinePix T550Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Sony
Model type Fujifilm FinePix T550 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Waterproof
Launched 2013-01-07 2013-06-21
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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 16MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4608 x 3440 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-288mm (12.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Max aperture - f/3.6-4.7
Macro focusing range - 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen tech - TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 2s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed - 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 3.90 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format H.264, Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 136 grams (0.30 pounds) 152 grams (0.34 pounds)
Dimensions 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") 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) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse shooting
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 $160 $266