Samsung ST100 vs Sony TF1

Here is a in-depth overview of the Samsung ST100 and Sony TF1, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ST100 (14MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ST100 was brought out 4 years prior to the TF1 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung ST100 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the ST100 scores versus the TF1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung ST100 Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST100 features outside measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has proportions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung ST100 and Sony TF1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the ST100 and the TF1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ST100 and TF1 is 95 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at specs. The visual below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ST100 and TF1.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony TF1 to resolve more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The older ST100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.