Sony TF1 vs Sony WX50

Following is a in depth review of the Sony TF1 versus Sony WX50, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both created by Sony. The sensor resolution of the TF1 (16MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The TF1 was introduced 17 months after the WX50 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the TF1 grades versus the WX50 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The whole galleries are available at Sony TF1 Gallery and Sony WX50 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have 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") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony WX50 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

See the Sony TF1 versus Sony WX50 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the TF1 versus the WX50.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TF1 and WX50 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over technical specs. The picture here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TF1 and WX50.

As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of files but you may want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent TF1 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.