Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 vs Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 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.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 was introduced in September 2014 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 was introduced in June 2013. Let us first list highlights of the models.

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.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 over Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 over Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100.

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.

Screen

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 has a 3.0" screen with 921k 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.

Electronic Viewfinder on Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 2,764k dot resolution. It has a 100% coverage and 1.39x (0.7x 35mm equivalent) magnification. There is no built-in or optional viewfinder available on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 features a 12.8 megapixel Micro Four Thirds CMOS sensor with dimensions of 17.3 x 13 mm and a total area of 224.9 mm². Its native ISO range is 200 - 25,600 and expands to 100 - 25,600 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.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 is equipped with Venus Engine processor and can take pictures up to 4112 x 3088 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4112 x 3088, 4272 x 2856, 4480 x 2520, 3088 x 3088, 2976 x 2232, 3120 x 2086, 3840 x 2160, 2240 x 2240, 2048 x 1536, 2112 x 1408, 1920 x 1080, 1536 x 1536 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. 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.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 has a built-in Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz) which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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NFC on Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.

USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

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

Battery

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 comes with NP-BN battery pack with battery life of 240 shots.

External Storage Slots

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) 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.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/16000 sec with electronic shutter and up to 1/4000 sec with mechanical shutter on Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100, and up to 1/2000 sec on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 can shoot continuously up to 11.0 fps. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 can shoot continuously up to 1.0 fps.

Flash

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 has a built-in flash with maximum range of 3.90 m. Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 has no built-in flash but an external flash may be connected via Shoe Mount..

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 body has dimensions of 115 x 66 x 55 mm (4.53 x 2.6 x 2.17") and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 body has dimensions of 102 x 62 x 23 mm (4.02 x 2.44 x 0.91"). Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 weighs 393 g (0.87 lb / 13.86 oz) and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 weighs 152 g (0.34 lb / 5.36 oz).

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1

115 mm

66 mm

102 mm

62 mm

66 mm

62 mm

55 mm

23 mm