Canon SX260 HS vs Sony H400

The following is a detailed review of the Canon SX260 HS vs Sony H400, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX260 HS (12MP) and H400 (20MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was brought out 20 months before the H400 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SX260 HS grades vs the H400 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & Sony H400 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX260 HS enjoys exterior measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Sony H400 has dimensions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") having a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX260 HS vs Sony H400 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SX260 HS against the H400.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX260 HS and H400 is 91 and 62 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The image below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX260 HS and H400.

To sum up, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony H400 to render more detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged SX260 HS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.