Sony G3 vs Sony TF1
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Sony G3 vs Sony TF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 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
- Released June 2013
Sony G3 vs Sony TF1 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Sony G3 vs Sony TF1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and both are created by Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the G3 (10MP) and TF1 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe G3 was revealed 5 years before the TF1 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the G3 grades against the TF1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony G3 vs Sony TF1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The full galleries are viewable at Sony G3 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Sony TF1
G3 | TF1 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Screen dimensions | 3.5" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Sony G3
TF1 | G3 | |||
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Released | June 2013 | January 2009 | Newer by 54 months |
Common features in the Sony G3 and Sony TF1
G3 | TF1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Sony G3 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Sony G3 has outside measurements of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sony TF1 has dimensions 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 G3 vs Sony TF1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the G3 against the TF1.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G3 and TF1 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Sony G3 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions purely by going over a spec sheet. The image here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G3 and TF1.
As you can see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony TF1 to offer greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged G3 is going to be behind in sensor tech.
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Sony G3 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-10.0 | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 185 grams (0.41 pounds) | 152 grams (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $200 | $266 |