Nikon AW120 vs Sony TF1
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Nikon AW120 vs Sony TF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 213g - 110 x 66 x 26mm
- Announced February 2014
- Replaced the Nikon AW110
- Successor is Nikon AW130
(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
- Revealed June 2013
Nikon AW120 vs Sony TF1 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Nikon AW120 and Sony TF1, both Waterproof cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the AW120 (16MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe AW120 was brought out 8 months after the TF1 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the AW120 grades vs the TF1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon AW120 vs Sony TF1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix AW120 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon AW120 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon AW120 over the Sony TF1
AW120 | TF1 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | June 2013 | Newer by 8 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Nikon AW120
TF1 | AW120 | |||
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Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon AW120 and Sony TF1
AW120 | TF1 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Nikon AW120 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon AW120 has got exterior dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has proportions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon AW120 and Sony TF1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the AW120 vs the TF1.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AW120 and TF1 is 92 and 94 respectively.
Nikon AW120 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by viewing a spec sheet. The image below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the AW120 and TF1.
As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP so you can expect comparable quality of files however you will need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher AW120 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon AW120 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix AW120 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix AW120 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Announced | 2014-02-07 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | 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 aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | OLED monitor | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 213g (0.47 pounds) | 152g (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 66 x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 350 shots | 240 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | NP-BN |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $350 | $266 |