Nikon S9500 vs Sony TF1
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Nikon S9500 vs Sony TF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-550mm (F) lens
- 205g - 110 x 60 x 31mm
- Introduced January 2013
- Superseded the Nikon S9300
- Replacement is Nikon S9700
(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
- Introduced June 2013

Nikon S9500 vs Sony TF1 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Nikon S9500 and Sony TF1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S9500 (18MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is very similar and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S9500 was introduced 4 months earlier than the TF1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a concise summary of how the S9500 grades versus the TF1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S9500 vs Sony TF1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S9500 Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9500 over the Sony TF1
S9500 | TF1 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 614k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+154k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Nikon S9500
TF1 | S9500 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S9500 and Sony TF1
S9500 | TF1 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | June 2013 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Nikon S9500 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S9500 features outer dimensions of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has dimensions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S9500 and Sony TF1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the S9500 versus the TF1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S9500 and TF1 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S9500 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading technical specs. The pic below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S9500 and TF1.
As you can tell, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S9500 to offer more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively.

Nikon S9500 vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S9500 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S9500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2013-01-29 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 99 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-550mm (22.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 614k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | OLED monitor | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.5 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205 grams (0.45 lb) | 152 grams (0.34 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 230 shots | 240 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | NP-BN |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $230 | $266 |