Sony A560 vs Sony TF1

In this article, we are comparing the Sony A560 and Sony TF1, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Waterproof and both of them are manufactured by Sony. The image resolution of the A560 (14MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is very close but the A560 (APS-C) and TF1 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The A560 was introduced 3 years earlier than the TF1 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony A560 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the A560 matches up versus the TF1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha DSLR-A560 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony A560 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony A560 has got external dimensions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") along with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Sony TF1 has measurements of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the A560 and the TF1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A560 and TF1 is 64 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the A560 and TF1.

As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The A560 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Sony TF1 will render more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The older A560 will be behind in sensor innovation.