Nikon S30 vs Sony TF1

Here, we are reviewing the Nikon S30 vs Sony TF1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the S30 (10MP) and TF1 (16MP) and the S30 (1/3") and TF1 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The S30 was released 16 months prior to the TF1 making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the S30 scores vs the TF1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S30 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S30 has external dimensions of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has sizing of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the S30 vs the TF1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S30 and TF1 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to see the gap between sensor sizing only by going over technical specs. The visual here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S30 and TF1.

As you have seen, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S30 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony TF1 will offer more detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older S30 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.