Sony A7c vs Sony TF1
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Sony A7c vs Sony TF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 509g - 124 x 71 x 60mm
- Released September 2020
(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
- Introduced June 2013
Sony A7c vs Sony TF1 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Sony A7c versus Sony TF1, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof and both are designed by Sony. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the A7c (24MP) and TF1 (16MP) and the A7c (Full frame) and TF1 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe A7c was revealed 7 years after the TF1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony A7c being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.
Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the A7c grades vs the TF1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony A7c vs Sony TF1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha A7c and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The full galleries are available at Sony A7c Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A7c over the Sony TF1
A7c | TF1 | |||
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Introduced | September 2020 | June 2013 | More modern by 89 months | |
Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Display type | Fully articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 460k | Sharper display (+462k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Sony A7c
TF1 | A7c |
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Common features in the Sony A7c and Sony TF1
A7c | TF1 | |||
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Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Sony A7c vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sony A7c offers exterior measurements of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has dimensions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check out the Sony A7c versus Sony TF1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the A7c compared to the TF1.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A7c and TF1 is 78 and 94 respectively.
Sony A7c vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the A7c and TF1.
Clearly, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The A7c using its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony A7c will show more detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent A7c should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
Sony A7c vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony A7c vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Sony Alpha A7c | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha A7c | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Released | 2020-09-14 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 35.8 x 23.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 852.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 693 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Sony E | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Number of lenses | 122 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 922k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.59x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/8000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | 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 | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 509 grams (1.12 lbs) | 152 grams (0.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 124 x 71 x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 740 pictures | 240 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-FZ100 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $1,800 | $266 |