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Nikon S810c vs Sony TF1

Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
48
Overall
43
Nikon Coolpix S810c front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 front
Portability
94
Imaging
40
Features
34
Overall
37

Nikon S810c vs Sony TF1 Key Specs

Nikon S810c
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-300mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
  • 216g - 113 x 64 x 28mm
  • Announced April 2014
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
  • Launched June 2013
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Nikon S810c vs Sony TF1 Overview

Below is a detailed analysis of the Nikon S810c versus Sony TF1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S810c (16MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is very well matched and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S810c was launched 10 months later than the TF1 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the S810c scores versus the TF1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S810c over the Sony TF1

 S810c TF1 
LaunchedApril 2014June 2013More recent by 10 months
Display sizing3.7"2.7"Larger display (+1")
Display resolution1229k460kCrisper display (+769k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Nikon S810c

 TF1 S810c 

Common features in the Nikon S810c and Sony TF1

 S810c TF1 
Manually focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Nikon S810c vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S810c features physical dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Sony TF1 has specifications of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the S810c against the TF1.

Nikon S810c vs Sony TF1 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S810c and TF1 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S810c vs Sony TF1 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S810c vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison

Generally, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S810c and TF1.

As you can see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP and you can expect similar quality of pictures though you may want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The more modern S810c provides an edge in sensor tech.

Nikon S810c vs Sony TF1 sensor size comparison

Nikon S810c vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S810c vs Sony TF1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon S810c
Portrait photography with Sony TF1
35
decent megapixels (16MP)
supports face detect focus
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
35
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
has face detect focusing
no manual focus
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon S810c Street photography details
Sony TF1 Street photography details
65
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes touch focus
lighter than competition in class (216g)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
69
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides focus via touch
environment proofing
lighter than average in class (152g)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S810c Sports photography info
Sony TF1 Sports photography info
41
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16MP)
supports tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
terrible battery (270 CIPA)
lack of phase detect auto focus
42
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16MP)
has tracking focus
environment proofing
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
low battery life (240 CIPA)
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S810c as a Travel photography camera
Sony TF1 as a Travel photography camera
68
lighter than competition in class (216g)
includes touch focus
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (25mm)
very long zoom (300mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
terrible battery (270 per charge)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
69
lighter than average in class (152 grams)
environment proofing
provides focus via touch
decent megapixels (16MP)
flash built-in
really wide (25mm)
does not have Timelapse function
low battery life (240 CIPA)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S810c as a Landscape photography camera
Sony TF1 as a Landscape photography camera
41
reasonably wide (25mm)
screen larger than average (3.7")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
no manual control
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
terrible battery (270 shots)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
40
really wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16MP)
environment proofing
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.6)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
manual mode not available
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
low battery life (240 shots)
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S810c Vlogging factors
Sony TF1 Vlogging factors
35
reasonably wide (25mm)
has touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition in class (216g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
doesn't have mic port
33
really wide (25mm)
touch screen
has image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focusing
lighter than average in class (152 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.6)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have microphone socket
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Nikon S810c vs Sony TF1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S810c and Sony TF1
 Nikon Coolpix S810cSony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1
General Information
Make Nikon Sony
Model type Nikon Coolpix S810c Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Waterproof
Announced 2014-04-10 2013-06-21
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 125 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 9 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-300mm (12.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.3-6.3 f/3.6-4.7
Macro focusing range 2cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3.7" 2.7"
Screen resolution 1,229k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech - TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4s 2s
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate 8.0 frames per second 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 5.60 m 3.90 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
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
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 216 grams (0.48 pounds) 152 grams (0.34 pounds)
Dimensions 113 x 64 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" 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 270 photographs 240 photographs
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID EN-EL23 NP-BN
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse feature
Storage type microSD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots One One
Launch price $350 $266