Samsung TL240 vs Sony TF1
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Samsung TL240 vs Sony TF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010
- Alternative Name is ST5000
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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

Samsung TL240 vs Sony TF1 Overview
Its time to look much closer at the Samsung TL240 versus Sony TF1, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TL240 (14MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The TL240 was introduced 4 years earlier than the TF1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung TL240 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the TL240 grades vs the TF1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung TL240 vs Sony TF1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung TL240 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung TL240 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Sony TF1
TL240 | TF1 | |||
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Display sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Samsung TL240
TF1 | TL240 | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 42 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung TL240 and Sony TF1
TL240 | TF1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Samsung TL240 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung TL240 features outside measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony TF1 has measurements of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung TL240 versus Sony TF1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the TL240 versus the TF1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TL240 and TF1 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Samsung TL240 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TL240 and TF1.
As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Sony TF1 to resolve more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged TL240 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Samsung TL240 vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung TL240 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Samsung TL240 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung TL240 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Alternative name | ST5000 | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2010-01-06 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4334 x 3256 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 4800 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 31-217mm (7.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.5 | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 160 grams (0.35 pounds) | 152 grams (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" 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 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | SLB-11A | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $171 | $266 |