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Nikon AW100 vs Sony TF1

Portability
93
Imaging
39
Features
28
Overall
34
Nikon Coolpix AW100 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 front
Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
34
Overall
37

Nikon AW100 vs Sony TF1 Key Specs

Nikon AW100
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
  • 178g - 110 x 65 x 23mm
  • Introduced August 2011
  • Newer Model is Nikon AW110
Sony TF1
(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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Nikon AW100 vs Sony TF1 Overview

Following is a detailed analysis of the Nikon AW100 vs Sony TF1, both Waterproof cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the AW100 (16MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The AW100 was launched 22 months before the TF1 making them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the AW100 grades against the TF1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon AW100 over the Sony TF1

 AW100 TF1 
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Nikon AW100

 TF1 AW100 
IntroducedJune 2013August 2011More modern by 22 months
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Nikon AW100 and Sony TF1

 AW100 TF1 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution460k460kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen

Nikon AW100 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon AW100 has got outside dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) while 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).

Analyze the Nikon AW100 vs Sony TF1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the AW100 against the TF1.

Nikon AW100 vs Sony TF1 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the AW100 and TF1 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Nikon AW100 vs Sony TF1 top view buttons comparison

Nikon AW100 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes purely by checking out technical specs. The image underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the AW100 and TF1.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos though you have to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged AW100 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon AW100 vs Sony TF1 sensor size comparison

Nikon AW100 vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon AW100 vs Sony TF1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon AW100 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony TF1 as a Portrait photography camera
30
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
34
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
comes with face detection autofocus
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon AW100 Street photography details
Sony TF1 Street photography details
55
environment sealing
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
69
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports touch focus
weather sealing
lighter than competition (152 grams)
fixed screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon AW100 Sports photography details
Sony TF1 Sports photography details
33
good megapixels (16MP)
environment sealing
max fps low (3.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
41
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
comes with tracking autofocus
weather sealing
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
not so great battery pack (240 per charge)
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon AW100 Travel photography advice
Sony TF1 Travel photography advice
67
environment sealing
good megapixels (16MP)
flash built-in
fairly wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse function
does not have selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
69
lighter than competition (152g)
weather sealing
supports touch focus
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
rather wide (25mm)
missing Time Lapse function
not so great battery pack (240 CIPA)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon AW100 Landscape photography highlights
Sony TF1 Landscape photography highlights
41
fairly wide (28mm)
good sized screen (3")
good megapixels (16MP)
environment sealing
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
lack of Timelapse function
40
rather wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
weather sealing
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.6)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual exposure
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
not so great battery pack (240 shots)
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon AW100 Vlogging factors
Sony TF1 Vlogging factors
29
fairly wide (28mm)
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
does not have selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
lack of microphone port
33
rather wide (25mm)
touchscreen functionality
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detection autofocus
lighter than competition (152 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.6)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external mic support
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Nikon AW100 vs Sony TF1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon AW100 and Sony TF1
 Nikon Coolpix AW100Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1
General Information
Company Nikon Sony
Model type Nikon Coolpix AW100 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1
Type Waterproof Waterproof
Introduced 2011-08-24 2013-06-21
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 125 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.9-4.8 f/3.6-4.7
Macro focusing distance - 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 460k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology TFT LCD TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 2s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate 3.0 frames per sec 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 3.90 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720 (60 fps),640 x 480 (120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 178 grams (0.39 lb) 152 grams (0.34 lb)
Physical dimensions 110 x 65 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 photos
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID EN-EL12 NP-BN
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD / SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots Single Single
Price at release $299 $266