Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony TF1
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony TF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 193g - 108 x 58 x 24mm
- Revealed November 2011
(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
- Released June 2013

Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony TF1 Overview
The following is a detailed overview of the Panasonic 3D1 versus Sony TF1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the 3D1 (12MP) and TF1 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The 3D1 was revealed 19 months before the TF1 making the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the 3D1 matches up against the TF1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony TF1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Sony TF1
3D1 | TF1 | |||
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Display sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Panasonic 3D1
TF1 | 3D1 | |||
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Released | June 2013 | ![]() | November 2011 | Newer by 19 months |
Common features in the Panasonic 3D1 and Sony TF1
3D1 | TF1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic 3D1 features exterior dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has proportions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
See the Panasonic 3D1 versus Sony TF1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the 3D1 against the TF1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 3D1 and TF1 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specifications. The image here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 3D1 and TF1.
Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony TF1 to give you greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged 3D1 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

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Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2011-11-07 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | 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 | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 193 gr (0.43 lb) | 152 gr (0.34 lb) |
Dimensions | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 200 photographs | 240 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $670 | $266 |