Sony A380 vs Sony TF1
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Sony A380 vs Sony TF1 Key Specs
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- 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
- Revealed June 2013
Sony A380 vs Sony TF1 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Sony A380 and Sony TF1, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Waterproof and they are both created by Sony. The resolution of the A380 (14MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is pretty similar but the A380 (APS-C) and TF1 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe A380 was announced 4 years prior to the TF1 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sony A380 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the A380 matches up versus the TF1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony A380 vs Sony TF1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The whole galleries are available at Sony A380 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A380 over the Sony TF1
A380 | TF1 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Sony A380
TF1 | A380 | |||
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Revealed | June 2013 | August 2009 | Fresher by 46 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Sony A380 and Sony TF1
A380 | TF1 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Sony A380 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony A380 offers exterior dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 519 grams (1.14 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has measurements of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Contrast the Sony A380 and Sony TF1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the A380 compared to the TF1.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the A380 and TF1 is 68 and 94 respectively.
Sony A380 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by going over specs. The photograph here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the A380 and TF1.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The A380 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony TF1 will offer you more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older A380 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
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Sony A380 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Waterproof |
Announced | 2009-08-24 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Bionz | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 372.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Sony/Minolta Alpha | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Available lenses | 143 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.49x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/160 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 519g (1.14 lbs) | 152g (0.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 128 x 97 x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 67 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 614 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 images | 240 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-FH50 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $899 | $266 |