Sony TF1 vs Sony TX7

Below is a extended review of the Sony TF1 vs Sony TX7, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are built by Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the TF1 (16MP) and TX7 (10MP) and the TF1 (1/2.3") and TX7 (1/2.4") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The TF1 was manufactured 3 years later than the TX7 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX7 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the TF1 matches up against the TX7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The entire galleries are provided at Sony TF1 Gallery & Sony TX7 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony TF1 has outer dimensions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony TX7 has measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Sony TF1 vs Sony TX7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the TF1 versus the TX7.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TF1 and TX7 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor measurements only by checking specifications. The photograph here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TF1 and TX7.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The TF1 due to its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Sony TF1 will give you greater detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The younger TF1 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.