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Sony H70 vs Sony TF1

Portability
93
Imaging
39
Features
31
Overall
35
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 front
Portability
94
Imaging
40
Features
34
Overall
37

Sony H70 vs Sony TF1 Key Specs

Sony H70
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 194g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
  • Released January 2011
Sony TF1
(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
  • Introduced June 2013
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Sony H70 vs Sony TF1 Overview

On this page, we will be reviewing the Sony H70 versus Sony TF1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and both are sold by Sony. The image resolution of the H70 (16MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The H70 was introduced 3 years earlier than the TF1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the H70 grades against the TF1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Sony H70 over the Sony TF1

 H70 TF1 
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Sony H70

 TF1 H70 
IntroducedJune 2013January 2011Newer by 29 months
Screen resolution460k230kClearer screen (+230k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Sony H70 and Sony TF1

 H70 TF1 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

Sony H70 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony H70 enjoys exterior dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has proportions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Sony H70 versus Sony TF1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the H70 vs the TF1.

Sony H70 vs Sony TF1 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the H70 and TF1 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Sony H70 vs Sony TF1 top view buttons comparison

Sony H70 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading through specifications. The pic underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the H70 and TF1.

Plainly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you can expect similar quality of images but you will want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged H70 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Sony H70 vs Sony TF1 sensor size comparison

Sony H70 vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder

Sony H70 vs Sony TF1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sony H70 Portrait photography details
Sony TF1 Portrait photography details
30
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
35
good megapixels (16MP)
supports face detection autofocus
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Sony H70 as a Street photography camera
Sony TF1 as a Street photography camera
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
69
image stabilization (Optical)
supports focus via touch
environment proof
lighter than others (152g)
fixed screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sony H70 as a Sports photography camera
Sony TF1 as a Sports photography camera
36
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
42
image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
supports tracking autofocus
environment proof
max frames per second very slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
not so great battery life (240 shots)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Sony H70 as a Travel photography camera
Sony TF1 as a Travel photography camera
67
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
has built in flash
pretty wide (25mm)
great reach (250mm)
no Timelapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
69
lighter than others (152 grams)
environment proof
supports focus via touch
good megapixels (16MP)
built-in flash
decently wide (25mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
not so great battery life (240 per charge)
does not feature selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Sony H70 Landscape photography info
Sony TF1 Landscape photography info
43
pretty wide (25mm)
screen size is decent (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual mode not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
no Timelapse function
40
decently wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (16MP)
environment proof
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.6)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
not so great battery life (240 per charge)
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Sony H70 Vlogging advice
Sony TF1 Vlogging advice
29
pretty wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external microphone jack
33
decently wide (25mm)
touchscreen functionality
image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detection autofocus
lighter than others (152 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.6)
does not feature selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external mic jack
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Sony H70 vs Sony TF1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sony H70 and Sony TF1
 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1
General Information
Brand Sony Sony
Model Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Released 2011-01-06 2013-06-21
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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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 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points 9 -
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-250mm (10.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.5-5.5 f/3.6-4.7
Macro focus distance 5cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3" 2.7"
Resolution of display 230 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display technology Clear Photo LCD TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 2 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1600 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per sec 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.60 m 3.90 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format MPEG-4 Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 194 grams (0.43 pounds) 152 grams (0.34 pounds)
Physical dimensions 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 240 shots
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-BG1 NP-BN
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots Single Single
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