Nikon L20 vs Sony TF1
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Nikon L20 vs Sony TF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 135g - 97 x 61 x 29mm
- Released February 2009
(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
Nikon L20 vs Sony TF1 Overview
Below is a complete analysis of the Nikon L20 and Sony TF1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the L20 (10MP) and TF1 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe L20 was unveiled 5 years prior to the TF1 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a short view of how the L20 matches up vs the TF1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon L20 vs Sony TF1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The full galleries are available at Nikon L20 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L20 over the Sony TF1
L20 | TF1 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Nikon L20
TF1 | L20 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | February 2009 | More recent by 53 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L20 and Sony TF1
L20 | TF1 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon L20 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon L20 has got physical dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has measurements of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L20 and Sony TF1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the L20 vs the TF1.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the L20 and TF1 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Nikon L20 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by looking at specs. The visual below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the L20 and TF1.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony TF1 to give you more detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The older L20 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Nikon L20 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-02-03 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 38-136mm (3.6x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135g (0.30 lbs) | 152g (0.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 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 shots |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $120 | $266 |