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Samsung ST700 vs Sony TF1

Portability
99
Imaging
38
Features
22
Overall
31
Samsung ST700 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 front
Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
34
Overall
37

Samsung ST700 vs Sony TF1 Key Specs

Samsung ST700
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 99 x 55 x 20mm
  • Released January 2011
Sony TF1
(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
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Samsung ST700 vs Sony TF1 Overview

Here is a complete overview of the Samsung ST700 vs Sony TF1, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the ST700 (16MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ST700 was introduced 3 years before the TF1 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST700 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the ST700 matches up versus the TF1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung ST700 over the Sony TF1

 ST700 TF1 
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Samsung ST700

 TF1 ST700 
IntroducedJune 2013January 2011Fresher by 29 months
Screen resolution460k230kCrisper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Samsung ST700 and Sony TF1

 ST700 TF1 
Manually focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Samsung ST700 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung ST700 has exterior measurements of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and 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).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the ST700 against the TF1.

Samsung ST700 vs Sony TF1 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ST700 and TF1 is 99 and 94 respectively.

Samsung ST700 vs Sony TF1 top view buttons comparison

Samsung ST700 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through technical specs. The visual below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ST700 and TF1.

As you have seen, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you may want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The older ST700 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Samsung ST700 vs Sony TF1 sensor size comparison

Samsung ST700 vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung ST700 vs Sony TF1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung ST700 Portrait photography features
Sony TF1 Portrait photography features
29
good MP (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
34
good resolution (16MP)
features face detect autofocus
no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Samsung ST700 Street photography information
Sony TF1 Street photography information
50
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
maximum ISO low (0)
69
has image stabilization (Optical)
has focus via touch
environment proof
lighter than competition in class (152g)
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Samsung ST700 Sports photography features
Sony TF1 Sports photography features
27
good MP (16 megapixels)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
41
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
features tracking focus
environment proof
max fps low (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
bad battery (240 CIPA)
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung ST700 Travel photography features
Sony TF1 Travel photography features
71
good MP (16MP)
has built in flash
fast max aperture (f)
no Time Lapse function
display isn't selfie friendly
69
lighter than competition in class (152 grams)
environment proof
has focus via touch
good resolution (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
decently wide (25mm)
missing Timelapse recording
bad battery (240 shots)
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung ST700 Landscape photography info
Sony TF1 Landscape photography info
37
fast max aperture (f)
screen size is good (3 inches)
good MP (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
manual mode not possible
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (0)
does not have RAW files
no Time Lapse function
40
decently wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
environment proof
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
bad battery (240 CIPA)
missing Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung ST700 Vlogging features
Sony TF1 Vlogging features
30
fast max aperture (f)
screen is touchscreen
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no external mic socket
33
decently wide (25mm)
touch screen
has image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect autofocus
lighter than competition in class (152 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
display is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing microphone jack
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Samsung ST700 vs Sony TF1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung ST700 and Sony TF1
 Samsung ST700Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Sony
Model type Samsung ST700 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1
Type Ultracompact Waterproof
Released 2011-01-05 2013-06-21
Body design Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.16 x 4.62mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.5mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO - 3200
Minimum native ISO - 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 25-100mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture - f/3.6-4.7
Macro focusing distance - 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display tech - TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 2s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 3.90 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format - Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 152 grams (0.34 pounds)
Dimensions 99 x 55 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 photographs
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-BN
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse feature
Storage media - SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots Single Single
Retail price $280 $266