Sony A6400 vs Sony TF1

On this page, we will be matching up the Sony A6400 vs Sony TF1, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are designed by Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the A6400 (24MP) and TF1 (16MP) and the A6400 (APS-C) and TF1 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The A6400 was announced 5 years later than the TF1 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Sony A6400 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the A6400 matches up vs the TF1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha a6400 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The whole galleries are available at Sony A6400 Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Sony A6400 offers outer measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") with a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has sizing 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 A6400 vs Sony TF1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the A6400 and the TF1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the A6400 and TF1 is 83 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements only by checking specs. The visual underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A6400 and TF1.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The A6400 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Sony A6400 will give greater detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The younger A6400 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.