Fujifilm FinePix S4800 vs Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1

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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm FinePix S4800 and the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Fujifilm FinePix S4800 was introduced in January 2013 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 was introduced in June 2013. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Fujifilm FinePix S4800 Highlights

      • 16 MP 1/2.3-inch CCD Sensor
      • 64 - 1,600 Native ISO
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • 1.2 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 Highlights

      • 16.1 MP 1/2.3-inch CCD Sensor
      • 100 - 3,200 Native ISO
      • Image Stabilization
      • 2.70" 460k dot Fixed Screen
      • 1.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      • Wheather Sealed Body

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Fujifilm FinePix S4800 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1.

      PROS

      Fujifilm FinePix S4800

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1

      •   Video Capture
      •   64 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Video Capture
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 152 g (0.34 lb / 5.36 oz)
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Fujifilm FinePix S4800

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1

      •   Small Sensor
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.2 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.0 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   Short Battery Life - 240 shots


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Fujifilm FinePix S4800

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1

      •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Weight - 518 g (1.14 lb / 18.27 oz)
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.1 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"

      Advantage of Fujifilm FinePix S4800

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm FinePix S4800 over Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1.

      Fujifilm FinePix S4800 vs Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1
      Lower Native ISO 64 vs 100
      Continuous Autofocus vs
      Reaches Wider Angle 24 mm vs 25 mm
      Reachs More Telephoto 720 mm vs 100 mm
      Greater Optical Zoom 30x vs 4x
      Maximum Aperture at Wide End f/3.1 vs f/3.6
      Larger Screen 3.0" vs 2.70"
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 8 sec vs 2 sec
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 1.2 fps vs 1.0 fps
      Manual Exposure Mode vs
      Aperture Priority vs
      Shutter Priority vs
      HDMI Output Mini vs
      Built-in Microphone Stereo vs Mono

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      Advantage of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 over Fujifilm FinePix S4800.

      Fujifilm FinePix S4800 vs Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1
      Higher Sensor Resolution 16 Megapixel vs 16.1 Megapixel
      Higher Native ISO 1,600 vs 3,200
      Touch-to-Focus vs
      Maximum Aperture at Tele End f/5.9 vs f/4.7
      Min Macro Focus Distance 2 cm vs 1 cm
      Touch Screen vs
      Higher Resolution Screen 230k dot vs 460k dot
      Environmental Sealing vs
      Water Proof vs
      Dust Proof vs
      Shock Proof vs
      Lighter 518 g (1.14 lb / 18.27 oz) vs 152 g (0.34 lb / 5.36 oz)

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      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Fujifilm FinePix S4800 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1
        Video Capture
        High Native ISO1,6003,200
        Face Detection
        Image Stabilization
        Built-in Flash
      WEAKNESSES Fujifilm FinePix S4800 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1
        Small Sensor1/2.3-inch1/2.3-inch
        Timelapse Recording
        Few Cross-type Focus Points00
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        Low Resolution Screen230k dot460k dot
        No Viewfinder
        Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/2000 sec1/2000 sec
        Low Max Continuous Shooting1.2 fps1.0 fps
        No External Flash Connectivity
        Low Video Resolution1280 x 7201280 x 720
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Wi-Fi
        No Built-In Bluetooth

      Screen

      Screen

      Fujifilm FinePix S4800 has a 3.0" screen with 230k dot resolution and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 has a 2.70" screen with 460k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality (available only on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1) allowing users to select a specific point on the screen where they want the camera to focus. This feature can be helpful for achieving precise focus in both photo and video recording.

      Sensor

      Fujifilm FinePix S4800 features a 16 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm2. Its native ISO range is 64 - 1,600 and expands to 64 - 6,400 in boosted mode. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 features a 16.1 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 3,200.

      Photography Features

      Fujifilm FinePix S4800 can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4608 x 2592, 3648 x 2736, 2592 x 1944, 1920 x 1080, 640 x 480 with 4:3, 16:9 aspect ratios.


      Image Stabilization

      The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Fujifilm FinePix S4800 comes with 4 x AA battery pack and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 comes with NP-BN battery pack with battery life of 240 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Fujifilm FinePix S4800 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo/Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/2000 sec on Fujifilm FinePix S4800, and up to 1/2000 sec on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. Fujifilm FinePix S4800 can shoot continuously up to 1.2 fps. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 can shoot continuously up to 1.0 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 7.00 m Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m on Fujifilm FinePix S4800 and 3.90 m on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1..

      Physical Parameters

      Fujifilm FinePix S4800 body has dimensions of 122 x 93 x 100 mm (4.8 x 3.66 x 3.94") and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 body has dimensions of 102 x 62 x 23 mm (4.02 x 2.44 x 0.91"). Fujifilm FinePix S4800 weighs 518 g (1.14 lb / 18.27 oz) and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 weighs 152 g (0.34 lb / 5.36 oz).

      Fujifilm FinePix S4800

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1

      122 mm

      93 mm

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      102 mm

      62 mm

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      Size comparisons of Fujifilm FinePix S4800 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1

      Fujifilm FinePix S4800 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix S4800

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1

      POOR
      48
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      GOOD
      72
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix S4800

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1

      GOOD
      72
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.2 fps
      GOOD
      73
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 240 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix S4800

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1

      GOOD
      70
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.2 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      GOOD
      74
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.0 fps
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 240 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix S4800

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1

      GOOD
      70
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      GOOD
      79
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix S4800

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1

      GOOD
      78
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 518 g (1.14 lb / 18.27 oz)
      EXCELLENT
      89
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 152 g (0.34 lb / 5.36 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix S4800

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1

      GOOD
      81
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 518 g (1.14 lb / 18.27 oz)
      EXCELLENT
      91
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 152 g (0.34 lb / 5.36 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 240 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Fujifilm FinePix S4800 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 and give them scores of 55 and 57 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Fujifilm FinePix S4800

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1

      OVERALL
      55
      OVERALL
      57

      Sensor

      Fujifilm FinePix S4800

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1

      POOR
      46
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
      •   64 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      POOR
      47
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.1 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Fujifilm FinePix S4800

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1

      AVERAGE
      60
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.2 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      AVERAGE
      60
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.0 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Fujifilm FinePix S4800

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1

      POOR
      43
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      POOR
      43
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720

      Focusing

      Fujifilm FinePix S4800

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1

      GOOD
      70
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      GOOD
      79
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Fujifilm FinePix S4800

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1

      POOR
      52
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      GOOD
      70
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Fujifilm FinePix S4800

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1

      AVERAGE
      61
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      BAD
      36
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Fujifilm FinePix S4800

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1

      POOR
      48
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 518 g (1.14 lb / 18.27 oz)
      GOOD
      73
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 152 g (0.34 lb / 5.36 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 240 shots


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