Sony TF1 vs Sony TX20

On this page, we will be evaluating the Sony TF1 vs Sony TX20, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both built by Sony. The resolution of the TF1 (16MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TF1 was released 16 months after the TX20 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the TF1 scores vs the TX20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The complete galleries are provided at Sony TF1 Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Sony TF1 comes with external measurements of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony TX20 has sizing of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the TF1 versus the TX20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TF1 and TX20 is 94 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at technical specs. The picture below will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TF1 and TX20.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of files though you will want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent TF1 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.