Sony TF1 vs Sony TX1

Here is a detailed review of the Sony TF1 vs Sony TX1, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are designed by Sony. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the TF1 (16MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the TF1 (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") feature different sensor sizes.

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The TF1 was launched 3 years later than the TX1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the TF1 scores versus the TX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The complete galleries are provided at Sony TF1 Gallery and Sony TX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Sony TF1 features outside measurements of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony TX1 has specifications of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the TF1 and the TX1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TF1 and TX1 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Normally, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The photograph underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the TF1 and TX1.

To sum up, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The TF1 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony TF1 will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The younger TF1 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.