Sony RX1 vs Sony TF1

In this article, we are comparing the Sony RX1 vs Sony TF1, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and they are both produced by Sony. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the RX1 (24MP) and TF1 (16MP) and the RX1 (Full frame) and TF1 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.

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The RX1 was introduced 4 months prior to the TF1 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the RX1 grades against the TF1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The whole galleries are provided at Sony RX1 Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony RX1 features exterior dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has dimensions 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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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the RX1 versus the TF1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the RX1 and TF1 is 79 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by seeing a spec sheet. The image below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the RX1 and TF1.

As you can see, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The RX1 with its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Sony RX1 will produce greater detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively.