Sony TF1 vs Sony W650

On this page, we will be comparing the Sony TF1 versus Sony W650, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both produced by Sony. The sensor resolution of the TF1 (16MP) and the W650 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TF1 was announced 18 months after the W650 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the TF1 matches up vs the W650 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony TF1 Gallery and Sony W650 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony TF1 provides physical dimensions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony W650 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Sony TF1 versus Sony W650 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the TF1 vs the W650.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TF1 and W650 is 94 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out technical specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TF1 and W650.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you should really take the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern TF1 provides a benefit in sensor technology.