Nikon P7100 vs Sony TF1

On this page, we are analyzing the Nikon P7100 and Sony TF1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the P7100 (10MP) and TF1 (16MP) and the P7100 (1/1.7") and TF1 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor size.

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The P7100 was unveiled 16 months before the TF1 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the P7100 grades vs the TF1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P7100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P7100 Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon P7100 enjoys outer dimensions of 116mm x 77mm x 48mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 1.9") having a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has measurements 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 out the Nikon P7100 and Sony TF1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the P7100 against the TF1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P7100 and TF1 is 82 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading specs. The photograph here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the P7100 and TF1.

All in all, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The P7100 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony TF1 will deliver extra detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older P7100 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.