Panasonic TS4 vs Sony TF1
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS4/Panasonic-TS4-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TF1/Sony-TF1-front.jpg)
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Panasonic TS4 vs Sony TF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Introduced January 2012
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT4
- Previous Model is Panasonic TS3
- Successor is Panasonic TS5
(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
- Announced June 2013
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Panasonic TS4 vs Sony TF1 Overview
Here is a extended overview of the Panasonic TS4 vs Sony TF1, both Waterproof digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the TS4 (12MP) and TF1 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The TS4 was launched 16 months before the TF1 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the TS4 matches up against the TF1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Panasonic TS4 vs Sony TF1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS4 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Sony TF1
TS4 | TF1 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Panasonic TS4
TF1 | TS4 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 16 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic TS4 and Sony TF1
TS4 | TF1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Panasonic TS4 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic TS4 comes with exterior dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has specifications of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic TS4 vs Sony TF1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the TS4 against the TF1.
![Panasonic TS4 vs Sony TF1 size comparison Panasonic TS4 vs Sony TF1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS4-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TF1-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability score of the TS4 and TF1 is 92 and 94 respectively.
![Panasonic TS4 vs Sony TF1 top view buttons comparison Panasonic TS4 vs Sony TF1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS4-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TF1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic TS4 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TS4 and TF1.
As you can tell, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony TF1 to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older TS4 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
![Panasonic TS4 vs Sony TF1 sensor size comparison Panasonic TS4 vs Sony TF1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS4-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TF1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic TS4 vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic TS4 vs Sony TF1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic TS4 vs Sony TF1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS4-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TF1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic TS4 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FT4 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-01-31 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 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 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 197 gr (0.43 lb) | 152 gr (0.34 lb) |
Dimensions | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 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 | 310 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 | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $399 | $266 |