Sony S950 vs Sony TF1
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Sony S950 vs Sony TF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- No Video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Released February 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.6-4.7) lens
- 152g - 102 x 62 x 23mm
- Announced June 2013
Sony S950 vs Sony TF1 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Sony S950 and Sony TF1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and they are both created by Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the S950 (10MP) and TF1 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S950 was revealed 5 years before the TF1 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the S950 matches up vs the TF1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony S950 vs Sony TF1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The full galleries are available at Sony S950 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony S950 over the Sony TF1
S950 | TF1 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Sony S950
TF1 | S950 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | February 2009 | More recent by 52 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Sony S950 and Sony TF1
S950 | TF1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Sony S950 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony S950 has got physical dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has measurements of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
See the Sony S950 and Sony TF1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the S950 against the TF1.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S950 and TF1 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Sony S950 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over specifications. The photograph underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S950 and TF1.
Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Sony TF1 to deliver more detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older S950 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Sony S950 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-02-17 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 33-132mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.2 | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 2 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) | 152 gr (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 shots |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $130 | $266 |