Sony NEX-F3 vs Sony TF1

Its time to examine more closely at the Sony NEX-F3 versus Sony TF1, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are designed by Sony. The image resolution of the NEX-F3 (16MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the NEX-F3 (APS-C) and TF1 (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.

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The NEX-F3 was announced 10 months before the TF1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sony NEX-F3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the NEX-F3 matches up vs the TF1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha NEX-F3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The whole galleries are provided at Sony NEX-F3 Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sony NEX-F3 features outer dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has dimensions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the NEX-F3 against the TF1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the NEX-F3 and TF1 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking technical specs. The image below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the NEX-F3 and TF1.

As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact MP albeit different sensor dimensions. The NEX-F3 has the bigger sensor which should make getting shallow DOF less difficult. The more aged NEX-F3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.