Sony HX20V vs Sony TF1

Let's look much closer at the Sony HX20V versus Sony TF1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof and both are designed by Sony. The resolution of the HX20V (18MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The HX20V was released 11 months earlier than the TF1 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the HX20V scores against the TF1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The complete galleries are provided at Sony HX20V Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony HX20V features outside measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Sony TF1 has proportions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the HX20V against the TF1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the HX20V and TF1 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by reading specifications. The picture below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the HX20V and TF1.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Sony HX20V to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged HX20V is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.