Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1

205 reviews

Apr, 2024

Positive
usability (127)
portability (90)
image quality (48)
performance (47)
design (37)

Negative
reliability (10)
memory (5)
shutter (4)
storage (3)
focus (2)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 205 reviews of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The average rating for this product is 3.5/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. People really like the design and performance. The image quality and portability also get good opinions. The focus and storage get less positive opinions.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 86/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1

alaTest has collected and analyzed 13 user reviews of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. People are impressed by the color and performance. The image quality and portability are also mentioned favorably. There are some less positive reviews about the storage and memory. Comments are divided on the size.

usability, portability, image quality, performance, color

shutter, reliability, memory, storage

69% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1

alaTest has collected and analyzed 86 user reviews of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.6/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. Views about the price and size are generally positive. The image quality and portability are also appreciated, whereas many are less positive about the storage and focus.

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74% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.ca)

Amazon.ca review summary for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1

alaTest has collected and analyzed 2 user reviews of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 from Amazon.ca. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.ca. Opinions about the screen and design are on the whole positive. The performance and portability are also appreciated.

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100% of the reviews on Amazon.ca give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Ben Andrews (techradar.com)

Sony TF1 review

A tough camera with stealth styling

Subtle design ; Speedy autofocusing ; Easy to use ; Competitive pricing

Average image quality ; Not as tough as some rivals ; Disappointing panorama mode ; Lacks features

The Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-TF1 tough camera is also tough to reach conclusions on. On the one hand are its refreshingly subtle looks and attractive price tag, yet questionable ruggedness mean it's doubtful this could survive as much abuse as its rivals....

Aug, 2013

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Expert review by : ePHOTOzine (ephotozine.com)

Sony Cybershot DSC-TF1 Review

The Sony Cybershot DSC-TF1 was announced in January 2013 and is a budget waterproof camera, which also has a 16.1 megapixel sensor and 4x optical zoom. It is available for around £140.

Optical SteadyShot, Intelligent Auto mode, Screen has a decent resolution, Plenty of rubber grip

Poor image quality, Low battery life, Not much detail in panorama shots

May, 2013

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Expert review by : Michael Palmer (steves-digicams.com)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 Preview

For all you active folks, Sony has created a rugged camera to accompany you on your journeys. The Cyber-Shot DSC-TF1 is a pretty basic 16-megapixel point-n-shoot under it's tough skin, offering a 4x zoom lens, 720p HD video recording, Intelligent Auto,...

Jan, 2013

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Expert review by : William Chambers (steves-digicams.com)

Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-TX1 Review

Sony'sCyber-Shot DSC-TX1 is a powerful ultra-compact digicam that is loadedwith top of the line features. This unit offers class leadingperformance, all for about $300. Read our Conclusion for more details.

Excellent build quality; Stylish and durable metal body; Ultra-compact size allows it to be carried in the smallest of pockets; Large touchscreen LCD; Effective iAuto mode; Superb image quality for size; Class leading shooting performance; Good "bang...

Small body takes getting use to for new users; Red-eye is common in people photos even with Red-eye reduction flash mode ; Bottom Line ; Sony'sCyber-Shot DSC-TX1 is a powerful ultra-compact digicam that is loadedwith top of the line features. This unit...

Sony'sCyber-Shot DSC-TX1 is a powerful ultra-compact digicam that is loadedwith top of the line features. This unit offers class leadingperformance, all for about $300. Read our

Apr, 2010

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Expert review by : Gavin Stoker (photographyblog.com)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 Review

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 is an all-action slim-line digital compact camera that boasts a number of interesting features, The TFI offers a 16.1 megapixel Super HAD CCD sensor, 4x optical zoom lens, Optical SteadyShot, 720p HD video, 2.7 inch LCD...

For around £160 to £180 at the time of writing, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 presents itself as a simple yet stylish 16 megapixel palm-sized snapshot with added ‘proofing’ qualities, whilst design-wise the fact that it doesn’t readily resemble your...

Apr, 2013

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Expert review by : Prasad Naik (techtree.com)

Sony DSC-TX1: 10.2 MP Digital Camera

Impressive high quality video recording

Slim & attractive design, touchscreen interface, 1cm macro mode, high quality 720p video (with zoom)

Uncomfortable controls, poor display touch response, average image quality, expensive

Nov, 2009

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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1

small and compact looks good

lens and display seem to steam up after a while, had to leave for approx 5 mins for condensation to disappear

Sep, 2013

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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1

user friendly - excellent quality

Aug, 2013

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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1

Point and press

Underatanding all the options so that I set it up initially

Jun, 2013

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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1

I've used this quite a bit on a recent holiday and have to say i'm quite impressed. Firstly, this is a basic camera with minimal controls which makes it really easy to use. The menus are simple and easy to understand and navigate. Whilst some people...

Not full 1080 HD, lens is not very fast so works best in good light.

May, 2013

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