Sony HX200V vs Sony TF1

On this page, we will be comparing the Sony HX200V and Sony TF1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are manufactured by Sony. The sensor resolution of the HX200V (18MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HX200V was launched 13 months prior to the TF1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the HX200V matches up against the TF1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony HX200V Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX200V features outside measurements of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has dimensions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the HX200V vs the TF1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX200V and TF1 is 66 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the HX200V and TF1.

Clearly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony HX200V to render extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older HX200V will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.