Nikon S9100 vs Sony TF1
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Nikon S9100 vs Sony TF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 214g - 105 x 62 x 35mm
- Launched July 2011
- Successor is Nikon S9300
(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
- Released June 2013

Nikon S9100 vs Sony TF1 Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Nikon S9100 vs Sony TF1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the S9100 (12MP) and TF1 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S9100 was unveiled 23 months earlier than the TF1 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the S9100 matches up vs the TF1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S9100 vs Sony TF1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S9100 Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9100 over the Sony TF1
S9100 | TF1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Nikon S9100
TF1 | S9100 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Released | June 2013 | ![]() | July 2011 | Newer by 23 months |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S9100 and Sony TF1
S9100 | TF1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Nikon S9100 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S9100 offers exterior measurements of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and 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).
Contrast the Nikon S9100 vs Sony TF1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the S9100 vs the TF1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S9100 and TF1 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S9100 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The pic below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S9100 and TF1.
Clearly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony TF1 to provide more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged S9100 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon S9100 vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S9100 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S9100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-07-19 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-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 | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focus distance | 4cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
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 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 214 gr (0.47 pounds) | 152 gr (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 62 x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 270 photos | 240 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $329 | $266 |