Sony HX50V vs Sony TF1

Let's take a deeper look at the Sony HX50V versus Sony TF1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are produced by Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the HX50V (20MP) and TF1 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The HX50V was brought out at a similar time to the TF1 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the HX50V matches up versus the TF1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony HX50V Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Sony HX50V features physical dimensions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Sony TF1 has sizing of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony HX50V versus Sony TF1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the HX50V compared to the TF1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the HX50V and TF1 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The pic underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the HX50V and TF1.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Sony HX50V to give more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively.