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Samsung WB50F vs Sony TF1

Portability
92
Imaging
40
Features
36
Overall
38
Samsung WB50F front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 front
Portability
94
Imaging
40
Features
34
Overall
37

Samsung WB50F vs Sony TF1 Key Specs

Samsung WB50F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
  • 207g - 101 x 68 x 27mm
  • Announced January 2014
Sony TF1
(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
  • Revealed June 2013
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Samsung WB50F vs Sony TF1 Overview

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Samsung WB50F versus Sony TF1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB50F (16MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WB50F was launched 7 months later than the TF1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief view of how the WB50F scores versus the TF1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the Sony TF1

 WB50F TF1 
RevealedJanuary 2014June 2013Fresher by 7 months
Manually focus Very exact focusing
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Samsung WB50F

 TF1 WB50F 
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Samsung WB50F and Sony TF1

 WB50F TF1 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution460k460kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Samsung WB50F vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung WB50F offers exterior measurements of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Sony TF1 has sizing of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the WB50F against the TF1.

Samsung WB50F vs Sony TF1 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the WB50F and TF1 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Samsung WB50F vs Sony TF1 top view buttons comparison

Samsung WB50F vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison

Often, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at a spec sheet. The visual here will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the WB50F and TF1.

As you can see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos though you should really consider the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher WB50F provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Samsung WB50F vs Sony TF1 sensor size comparison

Samsung WB50F vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung WB50F vs Sony TF1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung WB50F Portrait photography details
Sony TF1 Portrait photography details
37
manual focus
megapixel count good (16MP)
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
35
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
features face detect focusing
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Samsung WB50F Street photography info
Sony TF1 Street photography info
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (207 grams)
screen is fixed
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
69
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides focus by touch
weather proofing
lighter than others in class (152g)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Samsung WB50F as a Sports photography camera
Sony TF1 as a Sports photography camera
40
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
42
has image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
features tracking focus
weather proofing
max fps low (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
bad battery pack (240 per charge)
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Samsung WB50F Travel photography information
Sony TF1 Travel photography information
69
lighter than competition in class (207 grams)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
quite wide (24mm)
great reach (288mm)
no Time Lapse recording
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
69
lighter than others in class (152 grams)
weather proofing
provides focus by touch
good megapixels (16MP)
has built in flash
quite wide (25mm)
no Time Lapse recording
bad battery pack (240 per charge)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Samsung WB50F
Landscape photography with Sony TF1
47
manual focus
quite wide (24mm)
good sized screen (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
lack of manual mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
no Time Lapse recording
40
quite wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (16MP)
weather proofing
manual focus not available
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.6)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
bad battery pack (240 CIPA)
no Time Lapse recording
Photography Glossary

Vlogging Comparison

Samsung WB50F Vlogging info
Sony TF1 Vlogging info
30
quite wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (207 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external mic jack
33
quite wide (25mm)
screen is touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect focusing
lighter than others in class (152g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.6)
display isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
no mic socket
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Samsung WB50F vs Sony TF1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung WB50F and Sony TF1
 Samsung WB50FSony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1
General Information
Company Samsung Sony
Model Samsung WB50F Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Waterproof
Announced 2014-01-07 2013-06-21
Physical type Compact 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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-288mm (12.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.1-6.3 f/3.6-4.7
Macro focus distance - 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3" 2.7"
Display resolution 460 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology - TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed - 2 seconds
Max shutter speed - 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate - 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 3.90 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash
External flash
AE 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 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format - Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 207 grams (0.46 lbs) 152 grams (0.34 lbs)
Dimensions 101 x 68 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") 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 pictures
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery model BP70A NP-BN
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse recording
Storage type MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots 1 1
Cost at release $180 $266