Sony TF1 vs Sony W230

In this article, we will be evaluating the Sony TF1 vs Sony W230, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are sold by Sony. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the TF1 (16MP) and W230 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TF1 was released 4 years later than the W230 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the TF1 grades versus the W230 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The complete galleries are available at Sony TF1 Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony TF1 has got exterior measurements of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony W230 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the TF1 against the W230.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the TF1 and W230 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by going through specs. The visual here will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TF1 and W230.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony TF1 to show more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more modern TF1 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.