Sony A6000 vs Sony TF1

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Sony A6000 and Sony TF1, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof and they are both offered by Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the A6000 (24MP) and TF1 (16MP) and the A6000 (APS-C) and TF1 (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.

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The A6000 was revealed 11 months later than the TF1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Sony A6000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the A6000 grades versus the TF1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha a6000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The full galleries are provided at Sony A6000 Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony A6000 provides exterior dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.8") having a weight of 344 grams (0.76 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has measurements of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony A6000 and Sony TF1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the A6000 versus the TF1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A6000 and TF1 is 85 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the A6000 and TF1.

Plainly, both of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The A6000 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony A6000 will result in more detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher A6000 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.