Sony TF1 vs Sony W310
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Sony TF1 vs Sony W310 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
- Announced June 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 137g - 95 x 55 x 19mm
- Announced January 2010
Sony TF1 vs Sony W310 Overview
Here is a extensive review of the Sony TF1 vs Sony W310, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are offered by Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the TF1 (16MP) and W310 (12MP) but they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe TF1 was brought out 3 years later than the W310 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera and the Sony W310 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the TF1 grades vs the W310 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony TF1 vs Sony W310 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony TF1 Gallery and Sony W310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Sony W310
TF1 | W310 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | January 2010 | Fresher by 43 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Sony TF1
W310 | TF1 |
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Common features in the Sony TF1 and Sony W310
TF1 | W310 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Sony TF1 vs Sony W310 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony TF1 has physical measurements of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony W310 has dimensions of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).
Check out the Sony TF1 vs Sony W310 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the TF1 vs the W310.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TF1 and W310 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Sony TF1 vs Sony W310 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The photograph below will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TF1 and W310.
All in all, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony TF1 to produce greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The more modern TF1 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Sony TF1 vs Sony W310 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 |
Class | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2013-06-21 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.6-4.7 | f/3.0-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 2 secs | 1 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 152 gr (0.34 lbs) | 137 gr (0.30 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 95 x 55 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-BN | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $266 | $150 |