Panasonic ZS70 vs Sony TF1
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Panasonic ZS70 vs Sony TF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 322g - 112 x 67 x 41mm
- Launched April 2017
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ90
- Old Model is Panasonic ZS60
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS80
(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
- Launched June 2013

Panasonic ZS70 vs Sony TF1 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic ZS70 vs Sony TF1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the ZS70 (20MP) and TF1 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The ZS70 was manufactured 3 years later than the TF1 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the ZS70 matches up vs the TF1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic ZS70 vs Sony TF1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS70 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS70 over the Sony TF1
ZS70 | TF1 | |||
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Launched | April 2017 | ![]() | June 2013 | More recent by 47 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+580k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Panasonic ZS70
TF1 | ZS70 |
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Common features in the Panasonic ZS70 and Sony TF1
ZS70 | TF1 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Panasonic ZS70 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS70 comes with outer dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has proportions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic ZS70 vs Sony TF1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the ZS70 vs the TF1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS70 and TF1 is 87 and 94 respectively.

Panasonic ZS70 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements only by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS70 and TF1.
Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic ZS70 to result in greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher ZS70 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Panasonic ZS70 vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic ZS70 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-TZ90 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2017-04-19 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,166 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 322 gr (0.71 pounds) | 152 gr (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 67 x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 380 shots | 240 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 3 shots / 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $450 | $266 |