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Samsung TL100 vs Sony TF1

Portability
91 Imaging
34 Features
20 Overall
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Samsung TL100 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 front
Portability
94 Imaging
40 Features
34 Overall
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Samsung TL100 vs Sony TF1 Key Specs

Samsung TL100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
  • 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
  • Launched January 2009
  • Also referred to as ST50
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
  • Launched June 2013
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Samsung TL100 vs Sony TF1 Overview

Here, we will be analyzing the Samsung TL100 vs Sony TF1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the TL100 (12MP) and TF1 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TL100 was manufactured 5 years earlier than the TF1 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the TL100 grades versus the TF1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Sony TF1

		

		

			
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Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Samsung TL100

		

		

			
 TF1 TL100 
LaunchedJune 2013January 2009Newer by 54 months
Screen resolution460k230kCrisper screen (+230k dot)
Touch friendly screen  Quickly navigate
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Samsung TL100 and Sony TF1

		

		

			
 TL100 TF1 
Manually focus  Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen measurements
Selfie screen  Neither comes with selfie screen
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Samsung TL100 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison

		

		

			
If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung TL100 comes with physical dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Sony TF1 has specifications of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Compare the Samsung TL100 vs Sony TF1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the TL100 against the TF1.
Samsung TL100 vs Sony TF1 size comparison
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TL100 and TF1 is 91 and 94 respectively.
Samsung TL100 vs Sony TF1 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Samsung TL100 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
Sometimes, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading specs. The image here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL100 and TF1.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Sony TF1 to offer you extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TL100 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
	
			Samsung TL100 vs Sony TF1 sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Samsung TL100 vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Samsung TL100 vs Sony TF1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
 Samsung TL100 as a Portrait photography camera
 Sony TF1 as a Portrait photography camera
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 has face detection focusing
 no manual focus
 lack of manual mode
 cannot use external flash
 megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
 very small sensor size (1/2.3")
 does not have RAW support
35
 decent sensor resolution (16MP)
 provides face detect focusing
 focusing manually not possible
 no manual control
 can't use external flash
 very small sensor size (1/2.3")
 has no RAW support
Photography Glossary
Street Comparison
Samsung TL100 Street photography info
Sony TF1 Street photography info
53
 image stabilization (Digital)
 no articulating screen
 very small sensor size (1/2.3")
 does not have RAW support
 heavier than others (219g)
69
 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 includes focus via touch
 environment proofing
 lighter than average (152 grams)
 screen is fixed
 very small sensor size (1/2.3")
 has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison
Samsung TL100 Sports photography features
Sony TF1 Sports photography features
33
 image stabilization (Digital)
 has tracking autofocus
 no shutter priority mode
 megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
 very small sensor size (1/2.3")
 does not have phase detect AF
42
 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 decent sensor resolution (16MP)
 provides tracking focus
 environment proofing
 slow fps (1.0 frames/s)
 no shutter priority mode
 very small sensor size (1/2.3")
 not so great battery pack (240 per charge)
 has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison
Samsung TL100 Travel photography advice
Sony TF1 Travel photography advice
48
 built-in flash
 doesn't have Time Lapse mode
 heavier than others (219g)
 megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
 screen isn't selfie friendly
 wide angle not good (35mm)
 sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
69
 lighter than average (152g)
 environment proofing
 includes focus via touch
 decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
 flash built-in
 reasonably wide (25mm)
 no Time Lapse mode
 not so great battery pack (240 shots)
 does not have selfie friendly screen
 sluggish maximum aperture (f3.6)
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Landscape Comparison
Landscape photography with Samsung TL100
Landscape photography with Sony TF1
27
 image stabilization (Digital)
 no manual focus
 lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
 wide angle not good (35mm)
 sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
 screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
 lack of manual mode
 megapixel count low (12MP)
 very small sensor size (1/2.3")
 does not have RAW support
 doesn't have Time Lapse mode
40
 reasonably wide (25mm)
 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 decent sensor resolution (16MP)
 environment proofing
 focusing manually not possible
 lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
 sluggish maximum aperture (f3.6)
 small screen (2.7")
 no manual control
 very small sensor size (1/2.3")
 has no RAW support
 not so great battery pack (240 CIPA)
 no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison
Vlogging with Samsung TL100
Vlogging with Sony TF1
26
 image stabilization (Digital)
 has face detection focusing
 wide angle not good (35mm)
 sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
 screen isn't selfie friendly
 low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
 doesn't have external mic jack
 heavier than others (219g)
33
 reasonably wide (25mm)
 has touchscreen
 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 provides face detect focusing
 lighter than average (152g)
 sluggish maximum aperture (f3.6)
 does not have selfie friendly screen
 low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
 no mic jack
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Samsung TL100 vs Sony TF1 Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung TL100 and Sony TF1
 Samsung TL100Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Sony
Model Samsung TL100 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1
Also Known as ST50 -
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2009-01-08 2013-06-21
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter    
Aspect ratio 16:9, 4:3 and  3:2 4:3 and  16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW pictures    
Autofocusing
Focus manually    
AF touch    
AF continuous    
Single AF    
AF tracking    
AF selectice    
AF center weighted    
Multi area AF    
Live view AF    
Face detection focusing    
Contract detection focusing    
Phase detection focusing    
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-105mm (3.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Max aperture f/3.0-5.6 f/3.6-4.7
Macro focus distance 10cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch operation    
Screen technology - TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 1 seconds 2 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/1500 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Manual exposure    
Change WB    
Image stabilization    
Inbuilt flash    
Flash range - 3.90 m
Flash options Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix 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
Video resolutions 800 x 592 (20 fps) , 640 x 480 (30,15 fps) , 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input    
Headphone input    
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth    
NFC    
HDMI    
USB USB 2.0 (480 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 219 grams (0.48 lb) 152 grams (0.34 lb)
Physical dimensions 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") 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 photos
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-BN
Self timer Yes (2, 10 or Custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse feature    
Type of storage SD/MMC/SDHC card SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots 1 1
Launch cost $22 $266