Sony TF1 vs Sony W380
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Sony TF1 vs Sony W380 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.6-4.7) lens
- 152g - 102 x 62 x 23mm
- Introduced June 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 117g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010
Sony TF1 vs Sony W380 Overview
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").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe 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.
Sony TF1 vs Sony W380 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Sony W380
TF1 | W380 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | January 2010 | More recent by 43 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W380 over the Sony TF1
W380 | TF1 |
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Common features in the Sony TF1 and Sony W380
TF1 | W380 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Sony TF1 vs Sony W380 Physical Comparison
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).
Examine the Sony TF1 and Sony W380 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Sony TF1 vs Sony W380 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Sony TF1 vs Sony W380 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 |
Category | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2013-06-21 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.6-4.7 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 2s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m | 4.80 m |
Flash settings | 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 | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 152g (0.34 pounds) | 117g (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") |
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 photographs | - |
Type 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, portrait1/portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | 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 | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $266 | $44 |