Samsung SL620 vs Sony TF1
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Samsung SL620 vs Sony TF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-175mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Revealed February 2009
- Additionally Known as PL65
(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 SL620 vs Sony TF1 Overview
In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Samsung SL620 versus Sony TF1, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the SL620 (12MP) and TF1 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SL620 was launched 5 years before the TF1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung SL620 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.
Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SL620 matches up versus the TF1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung SL620 vs Sony TF1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung SL620 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung SL620 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung SL620 over the Sony TF1
SL620 | TF1 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Samsung SL620
TF1 | SL620 | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | February 2009 | Newer by 52 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung SL620 and Sony TF1
SL620 | TF1 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Samsung SL620 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung SL620 comes with outside measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony TF1 has sizing of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Examine the Samsung SL620 versus Sony TF1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the SL620 vs the TF1.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the SL620 and TF1 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Samsung SL620 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading a spec sheet. The pic here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SL620 and TF1.
Clearly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony TF1 to offer more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged SL620 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
Samsung SL620 vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
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Samsung SL620 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Samsung SL620 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung SL620 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Also Known as | PL65 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-02-17 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.60 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168 gr (0.37 lbs) | 152 gr (0.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 photos |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $200 | $266 |