Panasonic SZ10 vs Sony TF1
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Panasonic SZ10 vs Sony TF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 177g - 99 x 60 x 30mm
- Released January 2015
(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
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Here is a extensive review of the Panasonic SZ10 versus Sony TF1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the SZ10 (16MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe SZ10 was manufactured 19 months later than the TF1 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the SZ10 grades against the TF1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Photography Glossary Panasonic SZ10 vs Sony TF1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ10 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ10 over the Sony TF1
| SZ10 | TF1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2015 | June 2013 | Fresher by 19 months | |
| Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
| Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Panasonic SZ10
| TF1 | SZ10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ10 and Sony TF1
| SZ10 | TF1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
| Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Exact same display resolution | |
| Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Panasonic SZ10 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ10 offers outside dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has specifications of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic SZ10 versus Sony TF1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the SZ10 and the TF1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ10 and TF1 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic SZ10 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ10 and TF1.
As you can see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you might want to take the age of the cameras into account. The more recent SZ10 should have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Panasonic SZ10 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
| Released | 2015-01-06 | 2013-06-21 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| 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 | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.1-6.3 | f/3.6-4.7 |
| Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
| Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT LCD display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.4 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.20 m | 3.90 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye, off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic 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 | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 177g (0.39 pounds) | 152g (0.34 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 99 x 60 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 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 pictures | 240 pictures |
| Type of battery | 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 feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail pricing | $200 | $266 |