Sony H20 vs Sony TF1

On this page, we will be comparing the Sony H20 vs Sony TF1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and both are created by Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the H20 (10MP) and TF1 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The H20 was announced 5 years prior to the TF1 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the H20 scores versus the TF1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The whole galleries are provided at Sony H20 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Sony H20 provides outside measurements of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 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).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the H20 against the TF1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the H20 and TF1 is 87 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by reading specs. The photograph here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the H20 and TF1.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Sony TF1 to offer you extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The older H20 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.