Sony TF1 vs Sony W380

Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Sony TF1 and Sony W380, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are manufactured by Sony. The image resolution of the TF1 (16MP) and the W380 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TF1 was released 3 years later than the W380 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera and the Sony W380 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the TF1 matches up versus the W380 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The complete galleries are provided at Sony TF1 Gallery & Sony W380 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Sony TF1 enjoys 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) while the Sony W380 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the TF1 compared to the W380.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TF1 and W380 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TF1 and W380.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Sony TF1 to offer extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent TF1 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.