Sony H50 vs Sony TF1
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Sony H50 vs Sony TF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-465mm (F2.7-4.5) lens
- 547g - 116 x 81 x 86mm
- Launched 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
- Announced June 2013
Sony H50 vs Sony TF1 Overview
Following is a complete assessment of the Sony H50 and Sony TF1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are built by Sony. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the H50 (9MP) and TF1 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe H50 was revealed 5 years prior to the TF1 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the H50 matches up versus the TF1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony H50 vs Sony TF1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The full galleries are available at Sony H50 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony H50 over the Sony TF1
H50 | TF1 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Sony H50
TF1 | H50 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | January 2009 | More modern by 53 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Sony H50 and Sony TF1
H50 | TF1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Sony H50 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Sony H50 provides external dimensions of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") having a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has sizing of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Sony H50 and Sony TF1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the H50 versus the TF1.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the H50 and TF1 is 69 and 94 respectively.
Sony H50 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specs. The picture here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the H50 and TF1.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony TF1 to offer you extra detail because of its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged H50 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
Sony H50 vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony H50 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-01-15 | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 31-465mm (15.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.7-4.5 | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 2 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.10 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480, 30 fps, 320 x 240, 8 fps | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | 547 gr (1.21 pounds) | 152 gr (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 81 x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-BG1 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
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 | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $80 | $266 |