Panasonic FX580 vs Sony TF1

Lets take a more detailed look at the Panasonic FX580 and Sony TF1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the FX580 (12MP) and TF1 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FX580 was introduced 5 years earlier than the TF1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the FX580 scores against the TF1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FX580 Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FX580 comes with exterior dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has dimensions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FX580 and Sony TF1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the FX580 and the TF1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX580 and TF1 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through technical specs. The picture underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FX580 and TF1.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Sony TF1 to result in more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged FX580 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.