Samsung GX-1S vs Sony TF1
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Samsung GX-1S vs Sony TF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 605g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Introduced January 2006
(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
- Introduced June 2013
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony TF1 Overview
In this write-up, we will be looking at the Samsung GX-1S and Sony TF1, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and TF1 (16MP) and the GX-1S (APS-C) and TF1 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe GX-1S was launched 8 years earlier than the TF1 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.
Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the GX-1S grades versus the TF1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony TF1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-1S and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung GX-1S Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1S over the Sony TF1
GX-1S | TF1 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Samsung GX-1S
TF1 | GX-1S | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | January 2006 | Newer by 90 months | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 210k | Clearer screen (+250k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung GX-1S and Sony TF1
GX-1S | TF1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung GX-1S enjoys exterior dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has sizing of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung GX-1S and Sony TF1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the GX-1S against the TF1.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the GX-1S and TF1 is 68 and 94 respectively.
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions only by looking at specifications. The pic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-1S and TF1.
To sum up, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GX-1S due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Sony TF1 will give greater detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged GX-1S is going to be behind in sensor tech.
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Samsung GX-1S vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Samsung GX-1S | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung GX-1S | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2006-01-16 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3008 x 2008 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Available lenses | 151 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 210k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 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 | 605 gr (1.33 lb) | 152 gr (0.34 lb) |
Dimensions | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") | 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 | - | 240 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $850 | $266 |