Sony TF1 vs Sony W220
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Sony TF1 vs Sony W220 Key Specs
(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
- Launched June 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
Sony TF1 vs Sony W220 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Sony TF1 vs Sony W220, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are manufactured by Sony. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the TF1 (16MP) and W220 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe TF1 was manufactured 4 years later than the W220 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the TF1 scores against the W220 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony TF1 vs Sony W220 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The entire galleries are available at Sony TF1 Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Sony W220
TF1 | W220 | |||
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Revealed | June 2013 | January 2009 | Fresher by 55 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Sony TF1
W220 | TF1 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing |
Common features in the Sony TF1 and Sony W220
TF1 | W220 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Sony TF1 vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Sony TF1 provides outside dimensions 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 W220 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
See the Sony TF1 vs Sony W220 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the TF1 vs the W220.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the TF1 and W220 is 94 and 95 respectively.
Sony TF1 vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TF1 and W220.
As you can see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony TF1 to offer you greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent TF1 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
Sony TF1 vs Sony W220 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony TF1 vs Sony W220 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-06-21 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.6-4.7 | f/2.8-7.1 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 2 secs | 1 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 152g (0.34 pounds) | 147g (0.32 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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 form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-BN | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $266 | $160 |