Sony HX80 vs Sony TF1

Its time to examine more closely at the Sony HX80 versus Sony TF1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof and both are manufactured by Sony. The image resolution of the HX80 (18MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HX80 was unveiled 2 years later than the TF1 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the HX80 grades vs the TF1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The full galleries are viewable at Sony HX80 Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony HX80 comes with outer measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has measurements of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the HX80 vs the TF1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HX80 and TF1 is 91 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the HX80 and TF1.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony HX80 to deliver extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher HX80 will have a benefit in sensor tech.