Sony TF1 vs Sony WX220

Below, we are matching up the Sony TF1 and Sony WX220, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact and they are both produced by Sony. The image resolution of the TF1 (16MP) and the WX220 (18MP) is very comparable and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TF1 was released 7 months before the WX220 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera and the Sony WX220 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the TF1 scores against the WX220 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony TF1 Gallery and Sony WX220 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sony TF1 has got exterior dimensions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony WX220 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Sony TF1 and Sony WX220 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the TF1 against the WX220.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TF1 and WX220 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing purely by going through specifications. The visual below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TF1 and WX220.

Plainly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony WX220 to provide extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older TF1 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.