Samsung TL100 vs Sony TF1
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![Samsung TL100 front Samsung TL100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-TL100/Samsung-TL100-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TF1/Sony-TF1-front.jpg)
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40 Features
34 Overall
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Samsung TL100 vs Sony TF1 Key Specs
(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
(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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Samsung TL100 vs Sony TF1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung TL100 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Sony TF1
TL100 | TF1 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Samsung TL100
TF1 | TL100 | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 54 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung TL100 and Sony TF1
TL100 | TF1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 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 Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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 Samsung TL100 vs Sony TF1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-TL100-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TF1-size-comparison.jpg)
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 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-TL100-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TF1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
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 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Samsung-TL100-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TF1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Samsung TL100 vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Samsung TL100 vs Sony TF1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Samsung TL100 vs Sony TF1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-TL100-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TF1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Samsung TL100 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Samsung TL100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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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 |