Sony TF1 vs Sony TX5

On this page, we are looking at the Sony TF1 vs Sony TX5, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are produced by Sony. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the TF1 (16MP) and TX5 (10MP) and the TF1 (1/2.3") and TX5 (1/2.4") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The TF1 was released 3 years later than the TX5 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the TF1 scores versus the TX5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony TF1 Gallery and Sony TX5 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony TF1 has got outer 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) whilst the Sony TX5 has measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony TF1 vs Sony TX5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the TF1 vs the TX5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TF1 and TX5 is 94 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TF1 and TX5.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TF1 because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Sony TF1 will resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The fresher TF1 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.