Fujifilm X30 vs Sony TF1
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Fujifilm X30 vs Sony TF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 423g - 119 x 72 x 60mm
- Revealed August 2014
- Old Model is Fujifilm X20
(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
- Launched June 2013
Photography Glossary Fujifilm X30 vs Sony TF1 Overview
In this article, we will be looking at the Fujifilm X30 vs Sony TF1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and TF1 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and TF1 (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Fujifilm X30 was released 15 months later than the TF1 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm X30 grades vs the TF1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X30 Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X30 over the Sony TF1
| Fujifilm X30 | TF1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | August 2014 | June 2013 | Fresher by 15 months | |
| Manual focus | Very exact focusing | |||
| Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
| Screen resolution | 920k | 460k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Fujifilm X30
| TF1 | Fujifilm X30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X30 and Sony TF1
| Fujifilm X30 | TF1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Fujifilm X30 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X30 offers physical measurements of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the Sony TF1 has dimensions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X30 vs Sony TF1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X30 versus the TF1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X30 and TF1 is 80 and 94 respectively.
Fujifilm X30 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through technical specs. The photograph here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X30 and TF1.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X30 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Sony TF1 will result in greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X30 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm X30 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
| Fujifilm X30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model | Fujifilm X30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Revealed | 2014-08-26 | 2013-06-21 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | EXR Processor II | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CCD |
| Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 58.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 49 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | f/3.6-4.7 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 4.1 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Display resolution | 920 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT LCD display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.65x | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 2s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 12.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.00 m | 3.90 m |
| Flash options | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, commander, suppressed flash | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p/50p/30p/25/24p), 1280 x 720 (60p/50p/30p/25/24p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 423g (0.93 lb) | 152g (0.34 lb) |
| Dimensions | 119 x 72 x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
| 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 life | 470 shots | 240 shots |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-95 | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | 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 |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Price at launch | $499 | $266 |